For that minority in Coto de Caza who still think the community does not have traffic problems, all they need to do is stand some 30-60 minutes on any side street.  Very quick, you will see teen drivers going over 60 MPH on 25 MPH zones!

• The bottom line is that teen drivers are dangerous

• Teen crash rates per mile driven  is four times that of drivers older than 19.

• Over 50% of teens have an accident within their first year of driving

·         According to Allstate Corp., 61% of teens said they take risks because they are convinced they are good drivers!

• Teen drivers are found at fault in 66% of ALL FATAL collisions that they are involved in, although they only represent 4% of the state's licensed drivers.

• The leading cause of DEATH for Americans 15 - 20 years old is motor vehicle collisions

To safe lives and save money in the process, there is plenty parents can do:

1.       The California Highway Patrol's Start Smart program is a driver safety education class which targets new and future licensed teenage drivers between the age of 15 - 19 and their parents/guardians.  Click HERE to learn about these classes!

2.       Insurers such as State Farm and Automobile Club of Southern California, offer discounts if a teen takes a special driver’s safety course.  State Farm offers up to 15% discount for participation

3.       The AAA offers a 4.5% discount for teens who go through its in-house course

4.       To avoid accidents, the simplest advice is to avoid distractions such as music, friend and cellphones.

For responsible Coto parents, it may be a good idea to look into some of the programs cited above – to save lives.  If money is not an issue, send us the savings and we will make sure to forward it to a local charity!

 

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