http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news.aspx 60 en-us http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/study-says-some-teens-in-denial-about-driving-safety-800771348.aspx Government officials, law enforcement and many other groups have pushed for a greater awareness about distracted driving among teen drivers. A recent poll finds that while many are aware of the issue, they are still partaking in unsafe driving behaviors.

In a poll of more than 2,000 drivers under the age of 21, sponsored by the tire company Bridgestone*, half of respondents said they felt distracted driving was dangerous, but that they themselves took extra precautions behind the wheel. Perhaps even more disturbing, 25 percent did not think it was dangerous to talk on the phone while driving.

"Distracted driving is an epidemic on America's roadways, and our youngest drivers are among the most at risk," said U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood.

Two-thirds of those polled said that they would classify themselves as safe drivers however, only half of those drivers said that their parents would also agree. The study found that for many teens, safe driving was measured by if someone had been involved in a crash or gotten a ticket, and not their driving habits.

"People often believe they drive safely and responsibly, especially our newest drivers," said Angela Patterson, manager of Bridgestone's Teens Drive Smart Program. "However, we need to reinforce that it only takes one time—one sip of coffee, one change of the radio station, one glimpse at the cell phone—to cause or be involved in a crash that could have dire consequences."

Roughly one-third of teens surveyed said they had read text messages while driving. Female drivers were also more willing to admit to being distracted.

Distracted driving remains the cause of many accidents

Despite continued emphasis on the issue from multiple outlets, distracted driving has remained a significant cause of accidents over the past few years, leading many officials to push for wider enforcement of car safety laws.

According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration**, roughly one out of every five accidents reported in 2009 included a report of distracted driving. It was also a factor in 16 percent of fatal crashes that year, which led to more than 5,400 fatalities.

*according to Bridgestone on April 24, 2012
**according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on April 27, 2012 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/study-says-some-teens-in-denial-about-driving-safety-800771348.aspx Wed, 09 May 2012 07:35:09 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/officials-urge-teenage-texans-to-buckle-up-800730506.aspx As prom season nears and teenagers arrange for what car they will be driving for the big dance, the Texas Department of Transportation* has a two-word message for young drivers—buckle up.

Earlier this year, the TxDOT collaborated with more than 700 high schools throughout the Lone Star State in its "Teen Click It or Ticket" campaign.

Texas teens involved in three times as many deadly crashes

With Texas being one of the most heavily populated states in the country—second only to California—a considerable number of teenage driving accidents occur every year. In fact, according to statistics collected by TxDOT, teenage motorists are involved in roughly three times as many fatal crashes compared to all other drivers operating in the state. Thanks to seatbelts, however, more than 1,400 lives per year are saved in the state. However, half of all teen driver who died—specifically those between the ages of 16 and 20—were not wearing their safety belts at the time of the crash.

'A few seconds' can be the difference

Carol Rawson, traffic operations division officer for the TxDOT, said that teenagers often fail to appreciate the auto safety consequences of not buckling up.

"A few seconds—that's all it takes to buckle up," said Rawson. "In that same amount of time, you can lose your life in an accident because you weren't wearing your seat belt. TxDOT is committed to educating teens about the deadly effects of not wearing a seat belt, and this campaign says to every teen: 'If you love your life, buckle up.'"

Through the late winter and into the spring, the TxDOT will be distributing a variety of information to area high schools and community colleges that promote seatbelt wearing, including lawn signs, banners, bumper stickers and window decals. The campaign is expected to last until April 1.

TxDOT notes that as of September 2008, Texas law requires all vehicle occupants to buckle up, regardless of their age. Individuals cited for failure to wear a safety belt may be fined up to $250 and could also have their drivers' licenses suspended.

Nearly all states have mandatory seat belt laws

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety**, save for New Hampshire, all 50 states have mandatory seat belt laws. In 32 of them, these laws are classified as "primary," which means officers can pull a car over simply for failing to buckle up. In the remaining states, motorists can only be cited for failure to wear a safety belt if they are pulled over for another reason.

*according to the Texas Department of Transportation on February 13, 2012
**according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety on February 25, 2012
  http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/officials-urge-teenage-texans-to-buckle-up-800730506.aspx Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:56:34 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/teen-driver-fatalities-jumped-11-percent-in-first-half-of-2011-800724622.aspx A new study reveals some sobering statistics for young drivers. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association*, the number of teenage driving fatalities rose considerably in the first half of last year among new drivers who were 16 and 17 years of age.

Overall, 16- and 17-year-old driver deaths increased from 190 in the first six months of 2010 to 211 between January and June of last year, a jump of 11 percent. GHSA notes that if this trend  continued into the second half of 2011—which will be determined later this year—it will be the first time in eight years that deaths in this age bracket rose.

Allan Williams, chief scientist of the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, conducted the report. It is believed to be the first report that has analyzed all 50 states and the District of Columbia for teen driving fatalities in 2011. GHSA notes that the report comes on the heels of a separate report released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that found that total motor vehicle deaths among all age groups fell in the first half of last year by just under 1 percent.

Teen driver deaths rise considerably in Texas, Florida and North Carolina

In addition to the GHSA report detailing the total number of driving deaths among teenagers, it also revealed how individual states performed. Overall, 23 states reported increases, 19 reported decreases and D.C. and the remaining eight states saw no change. Among some states where 16- and 17-year old driver deaths elevated, the increases were small. However, that could not be said for Florida, Texas and North Carolina, as teen driver fatalities there rose considerably.

Williams noted that the overall increase in teen motorist deaths might be due to the benefits of Graduated Driver Licensing car safety rules becoming less apparent. As a result, lawmakers and traffic officials may need to install additional preventive measures to counteract the troublesome trend.

"While it is not a surprise that these numbers are stabilizing or slightly increasing, states should not accept these deaths as something that cannot be prevented," said Williams. "More work can and should be done to save teen lives."

Troy Costales, chair of the GHSA, shared this belief.

"As the report notes, a widespread strengthening of laws is still possible and finding effective tools outside of GDL is an important goal," said Costales. "These include improving driver education and involving parents in proactively establishing safe driving habits for their teens."

Some of the recommendations Costales offered include parents limiting their teens' ability to drive at night and preventing them from using their cellphones when they are behind the wheel.

*according to the Governors Highway Safety Association on February 16, 2012 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/teen-driver-fatalities-jumped-11-percent-in-first-half-of-2011-800724622.aspx Wed, 07 Mar 2012 12:51:18 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/teen-passengers-added-to-list-of-teen-drivers-distractions-800717598.aspx Results from two studies conducted by The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)* show that other teen passengers are a distraction for teen drivers. Experts say that peer passengers have been influencing driver behavior and increasing teen driver crash risk for a long time but the studies took a closer look at how teen passengers contribute to crashes.

"These studies help us understand the factors that may predispose teens to drive with multiple friends and how those passengers may contribute to crashes by distracting the driver and promoting risky driving behaviors such as speeding, tailgating or weaving," said study author Dr. Allison Curry.

The first study included a survey of 198 teen drivers which revealed that teens who drive with multiple passengers have common characteristics and ideas. These higher-risk drivers, who describe themselves as thrill seekers, possessed a weak perception of the car safety risks associated with driving and said their parents don't set rules or show concern for their whereabouts.

Another study author said that teens who share these beliefs make up the minority of teen drivers as many reported understanding the risks of driving along with carrying peer passengers and were described as having strong beliefs that their parents set rules and monitored their behavior.

The second study by CHOP found that both male and female drivers with teen passengers had an increased risk of being distracted just before a crash than when driving alone. According to the study of teens who said they were distracted by something inside the vehicle before they crashed, 71 percent of males and 47 percent of females said the distractions came directly from the behaviors of their passengers.

Results show that female young drivers rarely drove aggressively prior to their crash while males with passengers were twice as likely to drive aggressively before a crash as when alone. Male teen drivers were also almost six times more likely to perform an illegal maneuver with peers in the vehicle.

"Most teens take driving seriously and act responsibly behind the wheel," said study author Jessica Mirman. "Teen passengers can intentionally and unintentionally encourage unsafe driving. Because it can be difficult for new drivers to navigate the rules of the road and manage passengers, it's best to keep the number of passengers to a minimum for the first year."

*according to The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia on January 24, 2012 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/teen-passengers-added-to-list-of-teen-drivers-distractions-800717598.aspx Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:27:11 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/putting-your-teen-in-the-safest-vehicle-800525522.aspx When it finally comes time to hand over the car keys to their children, many parents are apprehensive. The number one killer of teenagers in America is automobile accidents, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2009 alone, eight teenagers between the ages of 16 to 19 died every day in an auto accident.

What type of car is safe?

Younger drivers tend to want fast and sporty cars or monstrous SUVs, according to Edmunds.com. But these are exactly the type of vehicles teenagers should be prohibited from driving.

Smaller cars tend to have poor crash test results and sports cars are just asking for danger, the site reports. On the opposite end of the spectrum, SUVs may hold up better in a crash with a smaller vehicle, but they have a higher center of gravity and a greater tendency to tip over.

A happy medium

Experts believe the answer lies somewhere in between the two, in a mid-sized sedan. These vehicles tend to have a relatively high crash impact rating, and provide more leeway between the driver and another vehicle. Parents can go to Safercar.gov to find the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's crash test results.

Buy new if possible

Experts say if parents can afford it, newer cars are better. As vehicles are constantly evolving, a newer model is likely to have updated safety features. The addition of driving aides such as nighttime assistance and emergency brake assist can prove invaluable assets in saving a young driver's life.

The type of airbags a car has also changed with age. A few years ago they came as a one size fits all package. Now, there are sensors which can adjust airbags based on height, weight and even if a passenger is leaning in one direction, according to Consumer Reports.

Stay neutral

Experts also feel parents should equally rule out sporty and slow vehicles. A car that is too quick and provides more power is undoubtedly going to tempt a young driver to push it to its limits, the site reports. However, a car with no pick-up at all can pose an equal threat by not providing enough power when a teen is trying to enter the highway or change lanes. Again, the middle of the road may be the best option. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/putting-your-teen-in-the-safest-vehicle-800525522.aspx Wed, 08 Jun 2011 08:13:32 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/unique-vehicles-for-students-to-take-to-prom-800507271.aspx While getting a stretch limousine used to be the hot trend for high school students heading to prom, msnbc.com states a number of newer, hipper rides have taken the mantle from limos.

Stretch Hummer

Instead of calling for a limo for prom, many high school juniors and seniors are ordering stretch Hummers for their big night, the news source says. Despite the end of production of Hummers, msnbc.com states the vehicle is still a very popular option among the high school crowd, as many students want to make break from the norm and super-size their escorts to their end-of-school dances.

Stretch Range Rover

A similar alternative to stretch Hummers, stretch Range Rovers also provide a considerable amount of space and unique style for high schoolers. The source says these automobiles can carry up to 18 passengers and many even come equipped with flat-screen televisions and big sound systems, making it an ideal choice for students who want to make a big impression.

Gull-wing Chrysler 300

Not as flashy as the previous two cars mentioned, but msnbc.com states this vehicle—though similar in look to town cars— has a bevy of singular features, such as lip-up gulling doors. However, a caveat for renting this ride is that it likely comes with a high-price tag.

Trolley limo

Not quite a party bus, but also different from stretch limousines, a trolley limo could be the right choice for prom attendees who have a substantial number of people going together. The news source says about 30 people can fit inside a trolley limo, which often comes with a rear balcony, providing passengers with some photo opportunities on their way to the venue. As with the gull-wing Chrysler 300, msnbc.com states this vehicle typically costs a considerable amount of money to rent.

British luxury cars

For students who can afford a luxury rental, the source says a number of British-manufactured automobiles could be a good option. Regarding luxury English cars, the source says, "If arriving in an English-built '59 Silver Cloud or '60 Phantom doesn't make a girl feel a bit like Kate Middleton, nothing will." Renting a high-priced ride such as one of these vehicles, though, may require some rental auto insurance.

Party bus

Proms today are unlike those of yesteryear. The news source states high school students enjoy traveling to prom in droves—oftentimes with as many as 40 or 50 people. To accommodate this substantial amount of people, msnbc.com says party buses have become the "it" prom ride. Though not fancy but usual standards, the source says these buses generally come equipped with TVs and bathrooms, which may come in handy for those who need to apply some last-minute make-up before the dance commences. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/unique-vehicles-for-students-to-take-to-prom-800507271.aspx Fri, 13 May 2011 13:06:15 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/driver-safety-symposium-emphasizes-the-risks-of-texting-while-driving-800416286.aspx A meeting held in Portland, Maine, at the Ocean Gateway Terminal focused on the areas of highway safety the state of Maine could improve to decrease traffic fatalities, focusing on the issue of teen texting while driving, according to the Morning Sentinel.

With 150 people from various industries listening, deputy administrator for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Ronald Medford said that car crashes are the leading cause of death for ages 12 through 33, the Sentinel reported. Sixteen percent of those deaths are caused by distracted driving.

"It's good kids. It's great kids. It's all kinds of kids making really bad decisions while driving," Medford told the crowd.

The vice president of the National Safety Council also reminded the crowd that young drivers were less likely to drive drunk or without a seatbelt because of awareness, the Sentinel reported, a phenomenon that could happen with texting, as well.

Maine currently has a law prohibiting distracted driving, the Sentinel says, but many say that a law specifically outlawing texting while driving could be more affective. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/driver-safety-symposium-emphasizes-the-risks-of-texting-while-driving-800416286.aspx Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:26:44 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/illinois-high-school-addresses-teen-traffic-fatalities-with-safety-seminar-800410503.aspx ROWVA High School, in Galesburg, Illinois, hosted a day-long driving safety seminar for students that focused on how to prevent distractions from occurring while driving, hoping that students would take some of these lessons to the road, says the Register-Mail newspaper.

The program, called One More Reason, was initiated by ROWVA High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, Operation Teen Safe Driving and Project Ignition in response to two student deaths that the school has experienced over the past two years, according to the local paper.

In May 2009, Alex Roberts was killed while changing a CD in his car. Then, in August 2010, senior Kevin Moore died in another accident.

Students went through a texting while driving simulation, as well as a seat belt relay and a watermelon drop to show the impact of a car crash, reported the Register-Mail. They ended the day by attaching messages for their deceased classmates to balloons and releasing them outside.

Many states, including Pennsylvania and Florida, are beginning efforts to enact tougher teen driving laws, which they hope will cut down on the number of teen driving fatalities. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/illinois-high-school-addresses-teen-traffic-fatalities-with-safety-seminar-800410503.aspx Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:58:08 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/ford-invests-1-million-in-teen-driver-safety-program-800404592.aspx A $1-million contribution from the Ford Motor Company Fund will help the Driving Skills for Life Program expand into 15 U.S. states.

The Driving Skills for Life program began in 2003 when Ford collaborated with the Governors Highway Safety Association to find a way to lower the number of teen deaths. Traffic fatalities, Ford says, are the number one killer of American teens annually.

The free program offers safe driving clinics in high school parking lots, as well as online web training, contests, brochures and other safety materials. This expansion will put the program in new high schools in Providence, Rhode Island; Albany, New York; Little Rock, Arkansas, and Raleigh, North Carolina.

"Inexperience is the leading cause of crashes in young drivers, and this program delivers the key skill sets that will increase their knowledge, confidence and, ultimately, their safety," says group vice president of Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engineering Sue Cischke.

Teens with better safety skills will generally get into fewer crashes and have a better driving record than others, and will have lower car insurance premiums, than many of their classmates.
  http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/ford-invests-1-million-in-teen-driver-safety-program-800404592.aspx Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:56:40 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/tougher-teen-driving-laws-in-connecticut-reducing-fatalities-800387352.aspx Recent data from the Connecticut Department of Transportation shows that after two years of intensified teen driving laws, the state is seeing a significant reduction in the number of accidents where teen drivers are at fault.

Bill Seymour, the director of Connecticut's DMV says between 1997 and 2008, the annual average number of car accident fatalities involving 16- and 17-year-olds was 16. In 2009, there were six. By the end of 2008, the total number of accidents involving teen drivers dropped by 16.5 percent.

Officials say much of the decrease in auto accidents involving teen drivers can be credited to laws put in place in 2008 thanks to the efforts of the Governor's Task Force on Teen Safe Driving. The initiatives included more driver training, limits on the number of passengers that could be in the car and curfews.

Seymour told Patch.com, “We've had two years with new, tougher driving laws. There is progressive evidence that shows more acceptance of the laws and less deaths.”

In addition to having less experience on the road, a study from the University of Bologna found that car crashes involving 16- and 17-year-olds were also frequently caused by overtired teens. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/tougher-teen-driving-laws-in-connecticut-reducing-fatalities-800387352.aspx Fri, 04 Feb 2011 12:57:53 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/illinois-teens-learn-dangers-of-texting-while-driving-safely-800371755.aspx For too many American teens, a full understanding of the hazards involved in texting while driving only comes the hard way, after an accident. Fortunately, reports Quad Cities Online, students at AlWood High School can use a simulator to stay safe.

The simulator issues users a score, the newspaper website reports, which teen drivers try to make as low as possible. The standard scores ranged from 10 to 25, but rose noticeably when students tried to take the test while sending a text to a friend.

The school's guidance counselor, Shannon Cremeens, told the news outlet there is a final step after the test is taken.

"At the conclusion of the session, students were asked to sign a pledge against [texting while driving], and the pledge cards, similar to a cell phone, will be posted in the high school lobby," she said.

Some studies have suggested thousands of deaths per year on U.S. roads may be due to distracted driving. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/illinois-teens-learn-dangers-of-texting-while-driving-safely-800371755.aspx Fri, 28 Jan 2011 10:49:17 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/tougher-teen-driving-laws-proposed-in-north-dakota-800325734.aspx Tougher driving standards may be enforced on teen drivers in North Dakota.

The state is grappling with implementing a graduated driver's license bill, which would equate to more than the current two tiers younger motorists face. Under the proposed legislation, there would be additional provisions regulating the number of allowed passengers in a vehicle and cell phone use.

North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Adam Hamm says the bill could ultimately result in saved lives.

"Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of teen deaths in North Dakota," says Hamm. "This bill aims to reduce the three greatest risks for young drivers: inexperience, distractions and late night driving.

Many states across the country have implemented similar measures. Some teens may think the regulations imposed on them are unfair, but they are in place to help new motorists develop safe driving practices.

Teen drivers are notoriously cited for speeding and texting while driving. Such practices can place motorists at an increased risk of getting into an accident and paying higher car insurance rates.   http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/tougher-teen-driving-laws-proposed-in-north-dakota-800325734.aspx Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:32:52 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/tougher-laws-for-michigan-teen-drivers-could-come-soon-800308551.aspx Michigan's already restrictive licensing system for teenage drivers could be about to get even tougher, as a measure to clamp down on passengers being driven by "intermediate" - or newly independent - motorists goes before the state's governor.

According to the Daily Press and Argus newspaper, motorists in their first year of being able to drive alone would be barred from having more than one passenger in their car under 21 years of age, unless they are family members or are being picked up from or dropped off at school.

Such drivers would also need to have a parent, guardian, or other adult over 21 in the car if they want to drive after 10 p.m. and before 5 a.m., the paper adds. The current curfew is midnight.

The proposed changes address the concern many in the state have with teenage motorists failing to learn safe driving habits. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/tougher-laws-for-michigan-teen-drivers-could-come-soon-800308551.aspx Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:52:48 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/countdown2drive-program-educates-kids-on-safe-driving-practices-800307835.aspx Over the years there have been a number of initiatives aimed at helping young motorists make wise decisions. Now, Safe Kids USA is collaborating with the General Motors Foundation to educate teens on safe driving practices before they get behind the wheel.

The Countdown2Drive program is intended for 13 and 14-year-olds. The hope is that targeting young teens will prevent them from engaging in unsafe driving behaviors from the start.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood says distracted driving in particular can be a problem for motorists.

"Texting and talking on cell phones may feel like second nature to a tech-savvy generation, but the truth is, no one can talk or text while driving safely," says LaHood. "Driving distracted is a dangerous and deadly practice, which is why we need to reach teens early on - before they get a permit and a license to drive."

Getting into an accident, regardless of the cause, can result in higher auto insurance rates. Once a surcharge is applied to a policy, it can take time before rates are lowered. This is particularly important for younger drivers to keep in mind as they are typically charged higher premiums to begin with. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/countdown2drive-program-educates-kids-on-safe-driving-practices-800307835.aspx Wed, 22 Dec 2010 12:06:46 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/high-tech-systems-offer-peace-of-mind-for-parents-of-teen-drivers-800293647.aspx It can be a deeply stressful experience to watch a teen driver pull into traffic for the first time. Fortunately, there are a number of options available to parents who want to keep track of their son or daughter's safe driving habits, according to a report in New Jersey's Bergen Record newspaper.

One of the most unobtrusive devices, the newspaper says, is called the CarChip. This is a small box which attaches to the car's diagnostic port, usually used by technicians to access repair information. The CarChip can be programmed to beep or otherwise notify the driver if he or she breaks a pre-set speed limit, according to the Record.

A more in-depth system can be found in the Tiwi, which integrates GPS and cellphone technology to track driving habits and look for potentially unsafe behavior, such as swerving or speeding, the Record writes. If the in-car warnings are not heeded, the system can alert parents via an automated text message.

Careful training of teen drivers, however, is a better defense than any monitoring system yet devised, experts say. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/high-tech-systems-offer-peace-of-mind-for-parents-of-teen-drivers-800293647.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2010 11:21:12 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/report-ohio-teens-driving-more-safely-800293630.aspx Fewer crashes have been seen on Ohio roadways through September 2010, says a study from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) which noted a 3 percent drop in accidents among young motorists in the first three-quarters of the year.

According to ODOT, there were 106,420 crashes in the first nine months of 2010, marking a decrease of 4,100 compared to the same period in 2009. The department says this works out to roughly 14 fewer accidents every day. Most of the crashes happened between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., with a spike seen right after schools dismiss, ODOT says.

The improvement is noticeable, but is still overshadowed by the negative trends from the previous year. ODOT says young drivers were involved in over half of all car accidents in the state in 2009 - and in 402 motor vehicle fatalities.

Parents should carefully monitor even the most responsible teen drivers, to make sure they learn the rules of the road. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/report-ohio-teens-driving-more-safely-800293630.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2010 11:17:41 http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/my-child-just-turned-16-and-now-has-a-drivers-license-how-will-this-affect-my-policy-800341890.aspx First and foremost, if you carry an active auto insurance policy, your teen driver should be added to that policy as soon as she or he gets a valid driver’s license. (If you’re insured with Allstate, you’ll have a 30-day grace period from the date the new license is issued to add your new driver to your policy.) Alternately, if you’re a parent of a new teen driver and you’re shopping for a new policy, your teen driver should be included on your new policy from the start. http://www.allstate.com/insurance-industry-news/teen-driving-news/my-child-just-turned-16-and-now-has-a-drivers-license-how-will-this-affect-my-policy-800341890.aspx Thu, 13 May 2010 16:43:24