Teen driver safety
Car crashes are the leading cause of death and injury for teens in Washington. Most of these crashes are caused by teens who are distracted, speeding, or impaired by drugs or alcohol. However, parents and teens can do a lot to reduce the chances of being in a car crash.
Resources for parents
- Start Smart—The keys to safe teen driving (AAA)
- Effective Parenting for Young Drivers — It Does Make a Difference (The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Research Institute)
- Raising Safe Drivers (State Farm and The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia)
- Driver training programs: Tips for choosing a driver training program
Resources for teens
- Ride Like a Friend—New Driver Headquarters (State Farm and The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia)
- Getting a license—Teens: Steps for getting a license, and details about special rules for teen drivers
Driving practice
- Washington Driver Guide: Laws, rules, and techniques for safe driving.
Safe-Driving Agreement: Establishes safe-driving rules for parents and teens.- Washington Parent Guide to Teen Driving: Tips on how to supervise driving practice
- Intermediate License Logbook: Used for recording your behind-the-wheel driving practice