When you are 15 years old and looking forward to driving, you don’t think of all of the issues that may arise. According to NHTSA.gov, Motor Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death of young drivers, ages 15 to 20 years of age. Mile for mile, teenagers are involved in three times as many fatal crashes as all other drivers.We know the causes. Research shows which behaviors contribute to teen-related crashes. Inexperience and immaturity combined with speed, drinking and driving, not wearing seat belts, distracted driving (cell phone use, loud music, other teen passengers, etc.) drowsy driving, nighttime driving, and other drug use aggravate this problem.

To find out more information on how to help your teen, log on to NHTSA.gov and click on ‘teen drivers’. Or, contact your local Insurance Agent for teen driving programs, which will also help with the cost of insuring your new driver.