National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 15-21, 2023

This week - and every week, parents should have conversations with their teens about the important rules they need to follow to stay safe behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. These rules address the greatest dangers for teen drivers: alcohol, inconsistent or no seat belt use, distracted and drowsy driving, speeding, and number of passengers.

Know the Facts About Teen Driver Fatalities:

• Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States.

• 2,608 people were killed in crashes involving a teen passenger vehicle driver (15-18 years old) in 2021, of which 861 deaths were the teen driver.

• Parents and guardians can be the biggest influence on our teen’s choices when they are behind the wheel.