Tips for Parents of New Drivers
Getting a driver’s license is an exciting and risky time for teens. But parents can take immediate steps to limit the potential dangers of teen driving:
- Limit the times, destinations, and number of passengers allowed in the car when your teen is driving.
- Set check-in rules for your teen to call or text when they arrive at their destination and when they are heading home.
- Know who your teen is with and where they’re going at all times. And discuss your expectations for celebrating special occasions like prom and graduation responsibly, even when your teen is not the one behind the wheel.
- Talk to your teens about the dangers of drugged, drunk, and distracted driving. You can also help by being a positive role model at the wheel, and setting and enforcing clear rules for driving.
- Make sure your teen is completely aware of safety issues, like keeping passenger distractions to a minimum and never driving and using the cell phone at the same time.
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