PennDOT says this is the perfect time for parents to sit down with their teens to remind them of the importance being safe and responsible when behind the wheel.
It's National Teen Driver Safety Week, and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation wants to ensure teens are safe when they're behind the wheel.PennDOT said this is the perfect time for parents to sit down with their teens to remind them of the importance being safe and responsible drivers.Crashes are one of the leading causes of death among teens.According to PennDOT, there were 79,684 crashes involving at least one 16- to 19-year-old driver in Pennsylvania from 2018 to 2022.
If you are a teen driver, you should make sure that:You're not driving under the influence.You're wearing your seatbelt at all times. You're reducing your speed.You're limiting the number of passengers in the vehicle.You're keeping your phone tucked away. 'When you consider going forward with a learner permit or a driver's license, I beg you: Please take a break from the cell phone while you're behind the wheel.
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