Receiving a driver’s licenseis one of the thrilling times for teens becoming young adults. It is also one of the more dangerous periods of their lives. In Britain it is estimated that over three thousand car drivers under the age of 25 are killed or badly injured in an accident. Be aware of these facts can aid you to set limits for your own children to help them stay safe .
18 years old drivers are 3 times as likely to be involved in an accident than a driver aged 45. Young drivers simply do not have the experience to deal with dangerous situations. Even if they drive safely it does not mean that others on the road are being just as cautious. Part of being a good driver is not only watching out for yourself but others on the highway – which is almost impossible for young drivers!
If they are involved in an accident it is important that have good insurance. Young drivers insurance can be prohibitavely costly and many young people do not bother.There are some new alternatives. New insurance companies like Coverbox are offer young driver insurance based on the pay as you drive model.. By making driving between 11pm and 6am much more pricey it puts young people off driving during this more hazadous time.
Even So inexperience is not the single thing that sets apart younger drivers from the elders. A big part of reckless driving demeanor is attitude. Young people, particularly men, are often much more confident in their abilities, more than should be, and take on extra risks because they feel they can handle it. Statistically, if a young driver has friends in the car with them they are twice as likely to attempt hazardous driving to make an impression. Overtaking vehicles that are already going too fast, jerky wheel movements, and speed are risky feats that young drivers often attempt. Men are twice as likely to do these stunts and over 1/3 of them end up in car accidents two years after acquiring their license.
Young drivers are not exclusively to blame. Parents and role models set the standards through their own driving practices. As their guardians and protectors it is up to you to show them specific ways to handle situations by demonstration and having conversations about safe driving. It is important to set driving boundaries for their children in order to safegaurd their safety on the road.
