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September 28, 2022

Zero Hero – Distracted Driving Summary of Results 2019 – 2022

During the 2019-2020, 2020-2021, and 2021-2022 school years, Teens in the Driver Seat (TDS) supported an activity at TDS schools to decrease electronic device use among teen drivers who transport students. Take a look at the results!

Article by Andrea Chacon / News / distracted driving, results, zero hero Leave a Comment

February 22, 2022

April Contest for App Users

April is distracted driving awareness month, and to honor that Teens in the Driver Seat is offering special rewards this month for our safest young drivers. You must be 16-25 […]

Article by Gabriella Medina / News / distracted driving, YDS App Leave a Comment

February 10, 2019

Distraction Medley, more than just cell-phones

By Maddie Graham We know all of you have been harped about texting and driving as much as your mom tells you to wash the dishes. It’s everywhere: on billboards, […]

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October 16, 2018

Revving Up for National Teen Driver Safety Week

That Escaladed Quickly

By Madison Graham Buckle your seat belt and hang on as teens across the country gear up for National Teen Driver Safety Week! NTDSW is a week-long campaign from October […]

Article by Gabriella Medina / News / distracted driving, national teen driver safety week, seat belts, speeding Leave a Comment

April 2, 2018

Spring 2018 Summary of “Zero Crazy” Results – Focus on Electronic Use

Spring Zero Crazy results

During the spring of 2018, Teens in the Driver Seat (TDS) supported an activity at TDS schools to decrease electronic use among teen drivers and adult drivers who transport students.

Article by Stacey Tisdale / Distraction, News / 2018, activity, distracted driving, electronic use, Zero Crazy Leave a Comment

April 2, 2017

Take Charge for Change, Distracted Driving Awareness

“Be the change you wish to see in the world” – Mahatma Ghandi When you read Ghandi’s words, he inspires you to get up, re-evaluate our world and think about […]

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