MODEL the driving behaviors you want your teen to follow. Driver’s education begins the moment you turn the car seat around; they will imitate your habits.
ASK them to help as a safe passenger. Review our Safe Passenger Tips here.
Request the Drive Smart Free Teen Driving Kit ------->
Set up safe driving habits such as a routine to follow
each time they prepare to drive. Review our Safe
Driver Tips here.
Discuss "do not disturb" times when your teen is likely to be driving. During these times promise to not text or call your teen and ask others to do the same.
Download an app on your teen’s phone that silences
alerts while the vehicle is on motion.
Give your teen key phrases to use if they’re riding with a distracted driver. Teaching them how to be safe passengers will make them better drivers.
Practice with these Drive Smart Exercises; test your street smarts moving through Distractions Avenue.
Complete the Parent-Teen Driving Agreement. Whether or not you set rewards or consequences discuss the items and promise to also follow responsible driving as a parent.
Periodically review progress on the items in the Agreement – have you both stayed focused?
MODEL
TEACH
ASK
For a lifetime!