Dangers of Teen Drivers
Most Dangerous Vehicles for Teen Drivers
Teen Driving Statistics
Over 2,000 teenagers die every year in motor vehicle crashes.
Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States.
Teen drivers carrying just one teen passenger increases the risk of a crash by over 44%.
Safe Driving Tips for Teens
Do not drive distracted for other reasons, like changing the music, eating, talking to passengers, or entering a destination on GPS.
Do not drive in dangerous traffic or tough weather conditions as a new driver.
If friends are in the car, prioritize safety over fun. Do not let them distract you.
Dangerous Vehicles for Teens
- Convertibles or sporty cars that will encourage speeding and risky driving behaviors
- Vehicles such as SUVs and pickups with a tendency to tip over in tight turns (one of the more common teen driving accidents)
- Vehicles prone to driver ejections
- through the front window in accidents
- Smaller cars with little structural support and strength
- Powerful vehicles with high horsepower that encourages speeding
- Older cars (10 years or older) without modern, necessary safety features
- Specific makes and models associated with teen driving accidents include the Chevrolet Corvette, many Hummer models, and Jeep Wrangler