According to a series of news agencies, a teen driving safety program was held by several high schools during the past week. The reports show that this program was developed to teach teens just how dangerous certain real-world driving situations can be and how they can avoid being involved in accidents by having their skills tested while behind the wheel with the help of safety and traffic instructors. The event allowed teen drivers to get behind the wheel of vehicles (read more)
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Summer is Deadliest Time for Teen Drivers
The deadliest 100 days for teen drivers is during summer—especially during the months of June, July and August, say reports. According to the American Automobile Association traffic accidents peak during the summer months because teens are out of school and on the road. June 10 is listed as one of the most fatal days. California Highway Patrol officers and AAA say that the increased risk to teen motorists stems from two primary reasons: 1. Graduation night. Many teen drivers are (read more)
Read MoreNon-Profit Aims to Prevent Distracted Driving
The non-profit group Impact Teen Drivers and California Highway Patrol reported that teens are more likely to die while driving, with distraction being the biggest cause.
Read MoreThe CHP is holding a variety of classes offered to teens for Teen Safe Driving Week.
Read MoreCar Chip Monitors Teen’s Driving
Parents who suspect their teenager isn’t driving as safely when they’re not in the car with them now have a way to catch them in the act.
Read MoreSafety Taught to Teen Drivers
The California Highway Patrol, along with Fallbrook Sheriff’s substation, are working together to teach safe driving practices to teenagers.
Read MoreFord’s MyKey Promotes Safer Teen Drivers
Ford’s latest MyKey technology will give parents the ability to control speed and satellite radio settings in their teen’s vehicles.
Read MoreCHP Asks Teenage Drivers to Take Safety Pledge
The CHP is warning teenagers not to multi-task and drive, citing statistics that show the high rate of teenage deaths in car accidents.
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