Saving Teen Lives on the Road

The National Highway and
Traffic Safety estimates that of the 26 million 15 - 20 year
olds, 7500 of them will be involved in "fatal" car accidents. Of
the reasons cited are inexperience, risk taking behavior and
immaturity. All of these lead to a greater exposure for car
accidents.

The fact is, automobile
accidents are a serious problem for teenagers. Safety experts
are trying to change that by educating teens about the choices
they make when they get behind the wheel or ride in a vehicle
with other teens.

Educating teens when they are behind the wheel is important. I
am suggesting we also need to inform and make other drivers
aware of who is driving the vehicle, increasing road awareness
and traffic safety through information. Let other drivers have
the option to drive defensively with car safety magnets.

We have to utilize all methods available and consider driving
safety for everyone on the road.