Teen drivers die in car crashes across the country more often than any other demographic. Specifically, the highest-risk group for deadly crashes are those who are in the age range of 16-19 years old. Male drivers in this age range specifically, die in traffic accidents at rates that are much higher than their female counterparts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that in 2018, there was a huge disparity between the number of teen-aged male drivers that were 16-19 who died in crashes when compared to females. That year the death rate for these male teens was twice the amount of deaths in female teen drivers.
Inexperience is a huge issue with young drivers. There is no way to remedy this other than getting out on the road. The more practice and miles that are logged, the more confident a young driver will be. When teens are taught to drive responsibly and avoid the most common driver errors that are so prevalent on the road they can be much safer. These include:
- Distracted driving
- Driving under the influence of alcohol
- Speeding
Over time, a teen driver will see more and experience more which can help them better develop their driving skills so they can become safe and proficient drivers. However, when teens engage in risky driving practices, they are putting their welfare and safety in jeopardy as well as the well-being of others. To better protect a new teen driver, parents who choose to buy their child a car will first and foremost want to make sure that the automobile is the safest it can be.
What To Look for When You Are Shopping for a Car for Your Teen
A national survey interviewed parents of new drivers and what it found was that 83% of the respondents said that they were looking into used cars for their teens. If you are considering buying your child a used car, that is a helpful way to curb costs. Older cars though can also lack acceptable impact protection along with outdated or minimal safety technology.
According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, these tips can help you pick a quality car that can best accommodate your teen driver:
- Male teens speed more than females, but speeding is a problem when it comes to crashes in teens. Cars with high horsepower should be avoided.
- Choose heavier vehicles that also have a large size, avoid very tiny and even small cars.
- Make sure the car has electronic stability control.
- Do not purchase a vehicle that has a poor side crash test rating by the IIHS and also if the car has less than four stars by the National Highway Safety Administration.
Speak with an Orlando Car Crash Attorney Today
Even with all the safety features and if you are lucky to have a responsible driver, there is never a way to completely safeguard yourself from the possibility of an Orlando car accident. If you or your teen is injured in an automobile accident in Orlando, connect with a legal professional as soon as you can. The Orlando car accident attorneys at the Vaughan Law Group can help you obtain as much compensation as possible through a Florida personal injury claim. Call to schedule your free consultation with the Vaughan Law Group today at (407) 648-1426.
