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Time to Refocus Teen Driving Behaviors
New study reveals teens take their eyes off the road to focus on cellphones. A new State Farm® online survey examines teen attitudes and behaviors about the use of smartphones while driving. This is what teens say: Nine out of ten teenage drivers say they engage in at least one smartphone behavior while driving. Parents influence their teenage …
Florida’s Expanded Move Over Law
Introduction - Move Over, Florida! Driving is not just about getting from one place to another; it's about ensuring safety for all on the road. Florida's expanded "Move Over" law, effective from January 1, 2024, brings important changes that every teen driver should be aware of. The Basics of the New Law The revised "Move ...
Driving into the Future: New Car Technology and Vehicle Maintenance
Exploring the Impact of New Car Technology on Driver Safety and the Vital Role of Vehicle Maintenance As automotive technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, it is crucial to understand how these innovations are transforming driver safety. From advanced driver assistance systems to cutting-edge safety features, new car technologies have the potential to ...
Check-in on Your Emotions Before You Drive
Safe teen drivers make sure they are fit to drive before getting behind the wheel. Does that mean being physically ready to operate the pedals and steering wheel? Is it being mentally prepared to watch the road carefully, think ahead, and not be distracted? How about the driver’s feelings? Yep, all of it matters. This ...
100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers
We're entering the most dangerous time of year for teen drivers The “100 Deadliest Days” is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal teen crashes increase dramatically. Parents are the best line of defense to ensure a safe ride! Teens drivers have a higher rate of fatal crashes, due to immaturity, lack of ...
Stay Spooky, Stay Safe: Halloween Traffic Tips for Teens
Halloween night is all about fun costumes, haunted houses, and filling up on candy. But when it comes to being on the road, we’ve got to remember it’s one of the most dangerous nights for drivers and pedestrians alike. Whether you’re behind the wheel, biking to a party, or simply walking with friends, here’s how …
Stay Safe Near the Tracks: It’s Rail Safety Week!
Hey there! Did you know that this week is Rail Safety Week? Whether you’re biking, walking, or even just driving near train tracks, it’s so important to be aware of the dangers and make smart choices around them. Let’s break it down with some important info that could seriously save your life—and make sure you …
Defensive Driving – Everything You Should Know
Obtaining a driver’s license and the freedom to which it leads is a coming-of-age hallmark for many American teens. It is an exciting time for teens and a worrisome time for parents. Taking driver’s education courses that include defensive driving techniques is crucial to the safety of teen drivers throughout their driving careers. WHAT IS DEFENSIVE DRIVING? …
Cape Coral High School SADD Chapter Wins Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) PSA Contest
Efforts by Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition to educate teens on GDL Laws result in $1,000 monetary award, sponsored by AAA – The Auto Club Group, to Cape Coral High School. CAPE CORAL, FL (May 01, 2020) – The Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition (FTSDC) is pleased to announce Cape Coral High School as the …
Drowsy Driving Infographic
If you ever got behind the wheel while feeling sleepy, you should know that you are not alone. Unfortunately, drowsy driving is a major problem in the US, and studies show that around 60% of people did it at least once, and approximately one-third of people have fallen asleep at the wheel. Driving while feeling tired …
Parents, hang up! You’re distracting your teen driver
Worried your child is using a cell phone behind the wheel? You’re probably the one they’re talking to, according to a new study on distracted driving and teens. Fifty-three percent of teens who reported talking on a phone while driving were chatting with mom or dad, according to a study presented Friday at the American …
9 Signs You Could Be A Distracted Driver
With April designated Distracted Driving Awareness Month by the National Safety Council (NSC), it’s an ideal opportunity to learn more about the causes of this growing epidemic—one that’s taking the lives of at least 63 Americans each week, according to the NSC. When you hear “distracted driving,” texting is usually what comes to mind. But …
13 Interstate Safety Tips to Help Keep You Safe
According to the NHTSA, 2,841 lives were lost in 2018 due to distracted driving”. It is estimated that more than 80% of cell phone owners use their phones while driving in some capacity 1. Buckle up Although a common tip, buckling your seatbelt is essential. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), seat belt use helped save nearly …
Texting Bans Save Teens Lives, New Study Finds
When laws that ban teenage drivers in the United States from texting, using hands-held phones and engaging in other distracted behavior are implemented, they work. It’s important, as motor vehicle crashes continue to be the leading cause of death among teens in this country, and distracted driving is known to increase the crash risk for …
Tips for Parallel Parking
PARKING Yikes, parallel parking and reversing! It actually doesn’t have to be that hard. In this section of TeenDriving.com, we give you helpful, step-by-step maneuvers and tips to help you conquer those pesky parallel parking and reversing situations. We also cover other parking topics like how to handle parking lots and parking on hills. PARALLEL …
Tips to Keep Your Teen Safe Behind the Wheel
Did you know parents are the number one influencer for teen driving behavior? In this podcast by the Humanity Project, we discuss ways you can take an active approach to your teen’s safe driving education while presenting safe driving tips to practice as parents. Join Jose Soto from State Farm and Melissa Branca from Florida …
The 100 Deadliest Days: A Time for Caution on the Roads
Hello, Florida teen drivers! As we welcome the summer months, many of us look forward to the freedom and fun that comes with longer days and warmer weather. However, for parents and teens, the summer also marks the beginning of what is known as the “100 Deadliest Days” on the road. What are the “100 …
Driving Toward Safety: New Teen Driver Safety Videos
As we observe Teen Driver Safety Week from October 21-25, we’re excited to share a brand-new series of engaging videos that spotlight critical safe driving habits for teens. Created with generous funding support from State Farm, these videos aim to educate teens, parents, and communities on how small choices behind the wheel can make a ...
Drowsy Driving Guide: Risks and Prevention
Drowsy driving is a widespread issue among motorists in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drowsy driving led to roughly 72,000 crashes, 44,000 injuries and 800 deaths in 2013 alone. This article will explore some of the key warning signs and risk factors associated with drowsy driving, as well as some …
How to Talk with Your Teen About Driver Safety
Don’t be afraid to ask your teen questions. Talking with your teen driver is crucial when teaching him or her how to drive safely, but that doesn’t mean starting the conversation is always easy. You might worry that your teen will take your talks as harsh criticism, or that he or she will ignore the ...
AAA Sponsors GDL PSA Contest in Florida
This year, the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition is partnering with AAA to encourage high school students to create a Public Service Announcement (PSA) focused on positive messaging surrounding Graduated Driver Licensing. Prizes for the best PSAs under 60 seconds will be awarded to the 13 schools that demonstrate the best messages for Graduated Driver Licensing safety in the form …
Safe Driving Folder for Parents & Teens is Now Available
Teen driving risks are real. Though we’ve all had the experience of being a new driver, we don’t always remember the challenges and anxieties that came with it. Your teen needs your help to stay safe on the road. Your involvement can make a difference. Car crashes are the leading cause of preventable death for ...
Guide for Parents: Supporting Your Teen Driver During National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Dear Parents: As guardians of young drivers, your role is paramount in guiding them towards responsible and safe driving habits. April marks National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a critical period to reinforce the dangers of distracted driving to your teenage drivers. This Guide for Parents offers insights and resources to help you navigate this journey …
3-Second Rule for Safe Following Distance
Rear-end collisions are the most common type of crashes between vehicles.1 They occur when drivers do not have enough time to perceive and react safely to slowing or stopped traffic. Increasing your following distance can help give you time to react when someone brakes in front of you. The Three-Second Rule Increasing the distance between you …
FREE Teen Traffic Safety Speakers
The Florida Department of Transportation's Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition's Grant covers the cost to bring a nationally known teen traffic safety speaker to 60 high schools across Florida. Teen traffic safety speakers are a tremendously impactful way to leave a lasting positive safety message for teen drivers. We require a minimum audience attendance size ...
TikTok Safe Driving Contest Winners
The Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition partnered with AAA – The Auto Club Group to raise awareness during the 2021 observance of Teen Driver Safety Week, and host the first ever TikTok Safe Driving Contest. We asked teens across Florida to create and send us their best (and most original) TikTok videos on a variety of ...
Stay Focused, Drive Safe: A Teen’s Guide to Distracted Driving Awareness
Hey, future road leaders! 🚗💨 Did you know that April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month? Yep, it’s a whole month dedicated to reminding us of a super important message: Keep your eyes on the road, not on your phone (or anything else that takes your focus off driving). Use this Teen Guide to Distracted …
Words Can Kill: Peer Pressure on the Road
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you're driving with friends and suddenly feel pressured to take unnecessary risks behind the wheel? Peer pressure can be a powerful force, even on the road. In this blog post, we're going to explore the dangerous impact of peer pressure while driving and shed light on ...
Grant Awarded for Teen Traffic Safety Awareness in Florida
State Farm awarded a Florida Coalition a $25,000 grant to promote traffic safety education and help Florida Teens attend the SADD National Conference in Orlando. State Farm recognizes the importance of teen driver safety education and is committed to driving down fatalities by supporting teen traffic safety. This week, State Farm announced its support of ...
5 Ways to Help If Your Teen Is Nervous to Start Driving
Most kids grow up ecstatically looking forward to the day they can start driving. Driving is a culturally ingrained symbol of freedom and growth, and few adolescents express anything except enthusiasm to get behind the wheel as they approach the legal driving age. While that is the case for the vast majority of teenagers, some …
35+ Drunk Driving Statistics and Fatal Facts
With over 221 million licensed drivers on the road in the U.S., enforcing road safety is more imperative than ever. However, after much research, we found that drinking alcohol doesn’t stop millions from getting behind the wheel. But, what exactly are the facts and statistics behind drunk driving crashes? And an even better question — why do people …
Car Safety Tips for Teenage Drivers
The teenage years are often the time for parents to hand over the car keys to their children. However, this doesn’t mean their children are inherently prepared for this new responsibility. This guide will help parents and guardians learn effective ways to keep their teen drivers safe behind the wheel. The Risk Factors Seventy-five percent …
More Health offers FREE Virtual Lesson Presentation
MORE HEALTH offers FREE Virtual Lesson Presentation on Safe Driving for Teens to all Florida High Schools. MORE HEALTH is honored to partner with General Motors to provide a FREE highly engaging virtual presentation for teens called "Drive for Life." The overall goal of this 50-minute presentation is to help reduce vehicle-related injuries and deaths in ...
Drugged Driving – What You Should Know
In 2016, 44 percent of drivers in fatal car crashes (with known results) tested positive for drugs, according to the recent report entitled “Drug-Impaired Driving: Marijuana and Opioids Raise Critical Issues for States”by the Governors Highway Safety Association. This is up from 28 percent in 2006. See a graphic from the report below for more information about drugged driving and marijuana …
Steering Your Mind: Navigating Mental Health on the Road
Today, we’re navigating mental health on the road, an important topic that’s not often talked about. As teens, it’s crucial to understand how our emotional and mental state can significantly affect our driving performance and safety. The Hidden Dangers of Mental Health on Driving Driving requires constant attention, quick decision-making, and emotional stability. When we’re …
How to Avoid Distracted Driving at Night
Be honest: Have you ever read or answered a text while driving? If so, you’re not alone. A 2016 survey from State Farm found 94% of drivers said they thought texting was a distracting behavior behind the wheel, but 35% still did it anyway. There has been a litany of PSAs – ranging from heartwarmingly silly to shockingly violent – on …
Announcing the FREE Ground Your Parents Campaign Kit
We are pleased to announce the official launch of the Ground Your Parents Campaign, a collaboration with the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition and State Farm that is designed to be a fun and interactive tool for teens to encourage their parents and caregivers to make smart decisions while driving. The FREE kit will be ...
25 Motorcycle Safety Tips
Riding a motorcycle comes with inherent risk. Unlike other vehicles, a motorcycle leaves your body mostly unprotected and exposed to the elements. You lack the luxury of having your body encased in a steel vehicle with safety restraints and airbags. However, there are ways to improve your safety when you ride. By implementing these 25 ...
Getting to Know Your Dashboard Lights and Gauges
Many drivers that have spent years behind the wheel are mostly familiar with the various lights, gauges and displays on a vehicle’s dash. The instrument panel–also called a gauge cluster–includes a speedometer and lots of little symbols that light up to provide information or warn of trouble. Some, like the seatbelt light, are self-explanatory. Others, like ...
First Time Car Buying Tips for Teen Drivers
When Your Kid Wants to Buy a Car, Don’t Take a Back Seat It’s time for your teen to buy a car. You’ll want to set some ground rules. The last thing you want is to put your child into the driver’s seat of the wrong car. We’ve assembled some first time buying tips for …
9 Distractions Your Teen Driver Should Know About
Some distractions are well-known, others are less obvious, but all put road users at risk. Distractions are everywhere, and for inexperienced teen drivers that can mean serious danger is everywhere, too. Fortunately, you can help your teen stay safe behind the wheel by helping him or her identify different distractions and talk through ways to ...
You Need to Be a Safe Driver (For Your Teen’s Sake)
It is crucial for you to always set a good driving example, even if your teen isn’t yet learning how to drive. It’s easy for parents to think that a teen only learns how to drive in the classroom and behind the wheel, but your teen picks up plenty of lessons from the passenger seat, too. ...
Texting & Driving – A Serious Problem
We All Make Mistakes, But You Can Avoid Making This One… Texting and driving is a serious problem and can lead to some serious repercussions. TEXTING AND DRIVING STATS In a study conducted in February 2019, 69% of drivers from the United States between the ages of 18 and 64 expressed that they use their cell phone whilst driving. …
Teen Safe Driving Ambassador Board Program is Accepting Applications
The Teen Traffic Safety Ambassador Board is comprised of 5 student leaders who apply to hold a special leadership title within Florida Teen Traffic Safety Ambassador Program. The Teen Traffic Safety Ambassador Program works to engage and inspire youth on the subject of traffic safety, and safe decision making. Benefits to serving on the board include ...
72 Safe Driving Tips That Could Save Your Life
No one will admit to being a terrible driver, but we’ve all, at one point or another, tried multitasking while driving behind the wheel on the road. Most of us have also gone on long road trips by car. So, to help improve the safety of you, your passenger and other road users, we’ve put …
100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers
We're entering the most dangerous time of year for teen drivers The “100 Deadliest Days” is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal teen crashes increase dramatically. Parents are the best line of defense to ensure a safe ride! Teens drivers have a higher rate of fatal crashes, due to immaturity, lack of ...
Driver Education for Children with Special Needs
Can children with special needs drive? Yes, and the number of adolescents driving with special needs is growing. According to research conducted at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), two-thirds of 15- to 18-year-old higher-functioning autistic adolescents are currently driving or plan to drive, and 1 in 3 autistic adolescents without an intellectual disability get licensed by age 21. Getting licensed and …
Driving Safely in Work Zones
Hello, Sunshine State drivers! 🌴 As we embrace the warm weather and clear skies, it’s also time to mark our calendars for an important week dedicated to road safety: National Work Zone Awareness Week, happening April 15-19. This week is a powerful reminder for all of us, especially teens, new drivers, and their parents, about …
Meme Contest Showcase
Teen Driver Safety Week was in October and the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition ran a meme contest that was open to all students of Florida high schools. The Safe Driving Starts with Me(me) Contest gave cash prizes for the selected winning submissions. And, internet meme fame for everyone who participated! The purpose was to ...
State Farm Invests in Teen Traffic Safety: Florida Coalition Awarded $60,000 Grant for Statewide Education.
Funding will empower youth and provide statewide education. Tallahassee, FL – February 21, 2024 – State Farm announced its support of a Florida based teen traffic safety group, the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition and has awarded a $60,000 grant to promote traffic safety education among parents, teens, and law enforcement statewide. The grant will …
Grant Awarded for Teen Traffic Safety Awareness in Florida
State Farm awards the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition a $25,000 grant to promote traffic safety education among teens in Florida. Tallahassee, FL – February 9, 2021 – State Farm recognizes the importance of teen driver safety education and is committed to driving down fatalities by supporting teen traffic safety. This week, State Farm announced …
Statewide Battle of the Belts Kit Launches for Florida High Schools
Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition Launches Statewide “Battle of the Belts” Kit to Increase Teen Safety Belt Adoption Kit will empower youth and provide statewide education In a joint effort to promote teen safety on the road, the Florida Department of Transportation, Target Zero, State Farm, and the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition are excited …
Truck Drivers Share Safety Tips for National Work Zone Awareness Week
Share the Road professional truck drivers offer helpful tips for the road Today, American Trucking Associations and ATA’s Share the Road highway safety program are urging motorists to pay serious attention to work zones in order to maintain safety on our nation’s roads. As part of National Work Zone Awareness Week, Share the Road professional truck drivers, …
Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition receives a $60,000 State Farm Grant
Funding will promote traffic safety education statewide. State Farm announced its support of a Florida based teen traffic safety group, the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition and has awarded a $60,000 grant to promote traffic safety education among parents, teens, and law enforcement statewide. The grant will fund several projects aimed at reducing the number ...
Drag Racing, Hood Surfing, and Car Crashes: Is Your Teen Driver at Risk?
All groups of drivers may have some risk factors which can put them at risk of a car crash. For young drivers, however, peer pressure and less driving experience, driving can be especially dangerous. Studies have found younger drivers may be more likely to engage in risky behaviors such as hood surfing, drag racing, and …
Always Search for Motorcyclists
Motorcyclists continue to be over-represented in traffic crashes, injuries, and fatalities as compared to passenger car operators. In 2020 there were 5,579 motorcyclists killed, which accounted for 14 percent of all traffic fatalities. This is an 11% increase from 2019 (NHTSA Traffic Safety Facts: Motorcycles 2020 Data). Preliminary data for 2021 shows a 9% increase ...
Helping Teenagers to Be Safer Drivers
New drivers are more likely to get into trouble because they lack experience, but the best way to reduce the risk of a crash is to become an experienced driver. My 16-year-old grandson, who lives in suburban Los Angeles, is on the verge of getting a driver’s license and, quite frankly, I’m terrified. Driving around ...
How Many Hours of Sleep Do Teens Really Need?
Do you have trouble rousing your teen out of bed in the morning? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not teenage angst that’s making them resist facing the day. Instead, it could be sleep deprivation and a lack of understanding of a teen’s ideal sleeping schedule. Doctors have been urging schools for years to encourage later …
Teens and Speeding: Breaking the Deadly Cycle
The U.S. has a speeding problem. Driving at high rates of speed or too fast for conditions is one of the most prevalent factors contributing to serious and fatal crashes on our nation’s roadways. Over the past five years (2015-2019), speeding has claimed the lives of approximately one-third of all people killed in motor vehicle …
FREE AAA PROMise Kit Now Available
The AAA PROMise program aims to help keep teens safe as drivers and passengers during prom and graduation season, when many teen-related crashes occur. The program helps to raise awareness about the dangers of driving impaired - from alcohol, marijuana or any other drug – as well as distracted driving. FREE AAA PROMise kits are ...
5 Safety Tips for Teens Who Just Got Their Driver License
It feels like just yesterday when your child was learning how to ride a bike, and now they’re licensed to drive a car. If you have a new teen driver, you want to equip them with the skills they need to be safe on the road. After all, real driving isn’t quite like those remote …
Dangers of Distracted Driving – Infographic
A text while driving can result in an average of 5 seconds of distraction or removal of attention from the road. It only takes three seconds after a driver’s attention wanders from the road for a crash to occur. Consider the horrific implications of these figures. The number of crashes that occur daily because of …
Aggressive Driving Infographic – How It Impacts Your Health & Driving
Aggressive driving is a major factor in U.S. traffic crashes, playing a role not just in well-publicized incidents of road rage, but in a large number of fatal highway collisions each year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NTHSA) defines aggressive driving as occurring when “an individual commits a combination of moving traffic offenses so as …
ADHD and Safe Driving: What Florida Teens and Parents Need to Know
ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a common condition that affects many teens and adults. If you or your teen has ADHD, it’s important to understand how it can impact driving. ADHD symptoms like inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity can make it harder to stay focused on the road, increasing the risk of crashes. But with the …
Put it Away – A Safe Driving PSA Sponsored by State Farm
Parents are the #1 influencer when it comes to safe driving behavior in teens. Beyond telling your teen to put down the phone and avoid distractions when driving, it’s better to model the safe driving behavior your want your teen to follow. Full Version (60 Seconds) Conversations with Dad – (30 Seconds) This is unacceptable, …
How to Pass Your Driving Test: A Guide for Florida Teens and Parents
Getting ready for your driving test can be a mix of excitement and nerves. It’s a big step toward gaining independence and joining the millions of drivers on Florida’s roads. But with the right preparation, you can tackle the test with confidence and ease. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to …
5 Important Things to Teach Your Teen Before They Drive
Knowing that your teenager is safe and making responsible choices is a blissful feeling. Not only does this give you peace of mind as a parent, but it also empowers your teen to drive with confidence and conviction – which in turn makes them a safer driver. Before your teen hits the road on their …
Safe Driving Tips for Parents
Safe Driving Tips for Parents So, you have a teen who’s learning to drive? Perhaps they just passed their knowledge exam, or maybe they just got that coveted full license… Whatever the scenario is, you (as a parent or caregiver) serve an important role in their driver journey, and a vital function in the safety ...

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