Troy and Stacy Schlotterbeck did everything they thought they were supposed to do when teaching their son Gavin to drive. They followed Ohio teenage driving laws—he was enrolled in driver education and they practiced with him during the six months he had his learner’s permit. They never could have anticipated what would happen to him …
Getting Your Teen Driver Ready for the Road
The approaching spring and summer months mean more teen drivers will be on the road. So many newly licensed drivers can mean dangerous roadways. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety says that the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day sees a significant increase in crashes involved teen drivers. So, what can you do to …
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Make Ohio’s Roads Safer
A modern young driver licensing system is a proven effective strategy for reducing teen driver crashes, making travel safer for young drivers and everyone who shares the roads with them. Unfortunately, Ohio’s system for licensing young drivers hasn’t kept up with the latest research on teen driver crashes and how to prevent them. As a …
Great Tips for New Drivers
Getting your license is a rite of passage — one that teens may look forward to more than their parents. Fortunately, we’ve rounded up top tips for new drivers that will help them stay safer on the road and get to know their vehicle. ► Get in the habit of bringing the proper supplies: Have …
Super Cop
Columbus Police Officer Keith Conner is a 19-year law enforcement veteran that you’re either going to love or hate. If you’re among the throngs of motorists who drive distracted with a cell phone, Conner will be your worst nightmare. If, however, you stand with those who are sick and tired of the carnage left behind …
Here’s How to Help Make Ohio’s Roads Safer
One of the scariest moments of most parents’ lives is when their teenager gets a driver’s license and sets out on the open road. Parents inherently know the dangers of driving, especially for inexperienced kids. Unfortunately, their fears are valid. Crashes remain the leading cause of death for teens. In addition, the number of Ohioans …
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Keeping Teen Drivers Safe During Summer
Car crashes remain a leading cause of death for teen drivers, and the temptation of drugs, alcohol and distracted driving make spring and summer especially dangerous for these young drivers. The main reasons teens crash is simple – inexperience. They simply haven’t had enough practice navigating the roads to handle tricky situations. Then, you add …
Coming of Age Behind the Wheel
Once upon a time, netting your “temps” was a highly anticipated rite of passage among American 15-year-olds, who started tracking their qualifying date for driving privileges months in advance – and pestering their parents until the coveted permit was in-hand. About that same time the Ford Taurus and Pac Man were introduced, and apparently the …