Keeping Our Teens Safe on the Roads: It Takes a Village

January is Teen Driving Awareness Month, a critical time to focus on the safety of our young drivers.

The Facts:

• Teen drivers are statistically at higher risk of accidents due to inexperience, distractions, and risk-taking behaviors.
• Distracted driving, especially from phones, is a major contributor to teen crashes.
• Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) programs, which gradually increase driving privileges, have proven effective in reducing teen crashes.

What We Can Do:

• Parents: Lead by Example: Always buckle up, avoid distractions, and drive defensively. Open Communication: Talk to your teens about driving risks, set clear rules, and monitor their driving behavior. GDL Programs: Utilize and enforce the GDL laws in your state.
• Teens: Put Down the Phone: Distracted driving is never worth it. Focus on the Road: Always pay attention to your surroundings. Never Drive Impaired: Alcohol and drugs severely impair judgment.
• Communities: Support GDL Programs: Advocate for strong GDL laws in your area. Educate Teens: Offer driver safety courses and awareness campaigns.

Let's work together to create a safer driving environment for our teens. #TeenDrivingAwareness #RoadSafety