"It was so much easier to drive with the STUDENT at the wheel® magnet on the back car, people really laid off" - 16 yr old Student & New Driver from Lafayette Hill, PA

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10 Tips to Help Keep New Drivers Safe

1.     Never get in the car if the driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.  That goes for friends, relatives, yourself, anyone.  Go with someone else, call a friend, call your parents, call your parents friends, call a cab.  Do anything but get in that car!  DONOT worry what anyone thinks the next day.  At least there can be a next day!

2.     Don’t text or talk on your cell phone when you drive.

3.     Don’t drive drowsy. Driving drowsy is as dangerous as driving impaired or texting while driving.

4.     Parents, show kids you care.  If you have or know new drivers show them you care, give them advice.  They are looking for your guidance and direction.  Kids, your parents want you safe.  Listen.  Experience is a powerful teacher.

5.    Parents; know where your kids are going and whom they are going with.

6.     Limit the number of passengers in a car.  The more kids in a car, the easier the distractions and the greater the chances of getting into an accident.

7.     Don’t cross solid lines.  When you pass on the right, not only is it illegal, but also you are now in the blind spot of another driver. 

8.     Everyone back off a little and lay off the horn. 

9.     Go the speed limit & make sure everyone is buckled up. 

10. If you use STUDENT at the wheel^® magnets & window clings, put magnets in the line of sight for drivers and clings in the window for truckers.  This will let others know there is less experienced driver ahead of them.  Know the logo.  When you see a new driver on the road, give them room.  Their inexperience can lead to a disastrous mistake.

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