“Prevention and planning may take a little time up front but will spare you from dealing with the consequences of a breakdown—or worse yet, a highway crash—later.” For most of us, summer is here and basically in full effect! Our partners at National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are great about publishing safe driving tips […]
Sabine Lazo, Caldwell High School, May 2019 Teen of the Month
“The single thing that I wish I could change about my friends’ car etiquette is their general disregard for the hazards of driving. ” – Sabine Lazo Q: Why are you involved in Teens in the Driver Seat®? A: I’m involved with Teens in the Driver Seat through my school’s BIM II/BIM Practicum class, which […]
Amanda Martin, C.C. Winn High School, April 2019 Teen of the Month
“I want to do something important that’ll shape the future generations to come.” – Amanda Q: Why are you involved in Teens in the Driver Seat®? A: I rarely drive with a teen behind the wheel because I don’t feel safe or comfortable. This is one of the many reasons why I’m joining the Teens […]
#MadeItToMonday Selfie Challenge
Contest closed as of May 3rd, 2019. Take a selfie in front of your school or school sign on Monday morning to show that you practiced and encouraged safe driving over the weekend and #MadeItToMonday! April 8th – 29th, 2019 The Rules: You must belong to an active junior high or high school enrolled in […]
Speak Up and Slow Down!
We all have that one friend that thinks they are on the set of Fast and Furious. Make sure and remind them that they are not Vin Diesel (or his stunt double). They are a teenager that just got a license a few years (or even a few weeks) ago. Speeding increases the time and […]
What is your attitude towards safety in the car?
“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” Winston Churchill. Have you ever been out on your campus, sharing your message with your peers only to later find them doing the same exact thing you encouraged them NOT to do? While it can be discouraging and frustrating it is totally normal because let’s […]