Teen driver

It’s the day that your teenager has been dreaming about for years. They are finally old enough to apply for a safety permit that will allow them to drive with a supervised adult. This might also be the day you have been dreading. After all, teaching someone to drive takes patience, understanding, and trust. You are essentially getting in the car with someone who has never been behind the wheel before. Additionally, it’s your own child, who is a teenager, and might not have the best track record of listening to your advice. The benefit of teaching your child how to drive is that you have an opportunity to educate and train them to become a safe and responsible driver.

Preparation for the First Drive

Understand that every new skill requires a bit of a learning curve. At the same time, the more you and your child prepare before they get behind the wheel, the more comfortable you both will feel. There are many great resources available for first-time drivers. Some helpful tips for preparing a new driver include:

  • Start out by creating a teen-parent driving agreement. Review this together and come to an understanding of the rules that you can both agree on. It’s helpful for your teenager to know the boundaries and personal rules that you set for them. That way they can respect your time and learn that driving safely is the top priority.
  • Study the driving materials – This can be an activity that you partake in together. The more time you spend helping your child learn how to be a safe driver, the more successful they will be in the long run.
  • Quiz your teenager – To make sure that they truly understand the rules of the road, it’s important to regularly quiz your child before they drive for the first time.

Supervised Driving

One you and your child feel comfortable with all the prep work, it’s time to start practicing in real time. It’s a good idea to start with a checklist. Make sure that they become familiar with putting on their seat belt and adjusting all the mirrors before they put the car into Drive. You can start out by practicing in a parking lot. Once you feel confident that the new driver is ready to enter mainstream traffic, take it slowly and avoid the highways to start. Above all, if you or your child ever feel unsafe, pull over to the side of the road. There is no reason to push the boundaries. That’s one of the best lessons of driving.

Contact an Experienced Duluth Car Accident Lawyer Today to Schedule a Free Case Evaluation

Regardless of how well your child prepares for their time driving, it’s impossible to control the behavior of other people on the roads. A car accident can impact a new driver even more than someone with years of experience, and the physical and emotional damage can be devastating. If you or your child has been involved in a car accident, contact a skilled car accident lawyer today. The legal team at Brauns Law Accident Injury Lawyers, PC can help you through this difficult time. Contact us online or call us at 404-418-8244 to schedule a time to discuss the details of your case.

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