f you’re thinking about teaching your teenager to drive, most of the time that means they’ve already been asking you about it. However, you may still wonder if they’re mentally ready to take on the responsibility of driving.
When your teen gets behind the wheel, it’s important that they know the risks they’re taking so they can take measures to avoid dangerous situations. Starting a discussion with your teenager about how many car accidents are caused by young drivers, and what factors are at play, is a great way to get your worries out in the open and educate your teen on driver safety. Here are some stats to get you started.
It is scary enough to see your teen take steps toward independently driving. Add winter conditions to the mix, and you have a good reason to be extra worried. While some situations are just completely out of your control, you can still sit down with your teenager to discuss how to handle the situations within their control.