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Resources for Parents
Many car crashes involving teens have common factors. The law in Wisconsin works to minimize these factors, but hearing it from a parent has far more impact.
In fact, one of the most effective things we can do to keep our young drivers safe it to talk with them.
When you do, make sure to discuss the things that are factors in many teen crashes:
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Make sure everyone in the car is buckled up
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Prohibit cell phone use, both talking and texting
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Limit other distractions in the car (music, things rolling around)
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Restrict the number of passengers in the car (as a driver and passenger)
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Minimize night time driving
- Talk about speeding, using alcohol, and other risk taking behaviors
One thing many parents choose to do with their new driver is to have a meeting to discuss these points and form a contract that spells out the expectations. Contracts are available through insurance companies, auto manufacturers, and health and safety agencies. Take a look at these examples or create your own:
Finally, be a good role model for your young driver. If you want your teen to wear a seat belt, obey the speed limit, or drive defensively you need to do these things yourself.
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