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Obtaining a license is a coming-of-age for a teen in any family and is one of the first signs of their transition to adulthood. The new-found freedom that comes with having one's own car can be overwhelmingly but unfortunately accidents happen. While every teen should attend driver's school before taking their car out for the first time, parents should also play a role in talking to their children about the biggest mistakes they can make behind the wheel.
If you or your child is ready to begin driving soon, make sure to familiarise yourself with the list below to prepare for any scenario you may encounter out on the road. It is paramount to both your safety and the safety of other drivers.
1. Being Distracted While Driving
Although mobile phone use always come to mind when we hear the term "distracted driving", eating, changing the music, and even talking with a friend in the passenger seat can also fall into this category. While it is always advised to stay focused on the road, this is especially important for new drivers just learning the rules of the road and how their car operates. Mobile phones should be left in pockets, food should be eaten at home, and your eyes should always stay on the road when talking with friends.
2. Following too Closely
Yes, a car may be travelling below the speed limit on a road or highway, but that doesn't give a teenager the right to tailgate or ride the bumper of the car ahead. If that car quickly stops, the car will no doubt run right into them. For example, a car going 100 km/hr needs at least 60 meters to make a complete, safe stop. If you are less than 60 meters from the car in front of you, the chances of a crash increase dramatically.
3. Overcrowding the Car
Although many countries have rules in place to prevent new drivers from having more than one or two passengers in the passenger or back seats, this rule is broken almost more than any other. It is easy to understand why a group of friends might all want to go to a concert or party together, but four to five friends laughing, singing, or making loud noises is just going to be one more distraction for a new teenage driver. They need time to become accustomed to the road without having to deal with chaos in the background.
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