The riskiest time for a teen driver is often at the start of their driving career.
According to data from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System, the fatal crash rate per mile driven for 16-year-olds is 40 percent higher than for 18-year-olds.
There’s a lot of anxiety that comes with sending your teen off to drive. Fortunately, there are plenty of tools available for helping teens achieve a safe and successful driving career.
Parents can help their teen driver get off to a solid start by enrolling in Virginia Farm Bureau’s Smart Start Program.
“It’s all about starting off with good driving habits,” explained Barry Light, Virginia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co. senior product development manager.
The program takes about 30 minutes to complete and includes a video, booklet and quiz on covered materials. Participants will find helpful tips on Virginia driving laws and a review of safe driving habits, as well as a pledge to drive smart.
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