Most Dangerous Vehicles for Teen Drivers

Most Dangerous Vehicles for Teen Drivers

Teen Driving Statistics

Teen Driving Statistics

Over 2,000 teenagers die every year in motor vehicle crashes.

Teen Driving Statistics

Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States.

Teen Driving Statistics

Teen drivers carrying just one teen passenger increases the risk of a crash by over 44%.

Safe Driving Tips for Teens

Safe Driving Tips for Teens

Refrain from texting while driving. It is illegal in most states and dangerous everywhere.

Safe Driving Tips for Teens

Do not drive distracted for other reasons, like changing the music, eating, talking to passengers, or entering a destination on GPS.

Safe Driving Tips for Teens

Do not drive in dangerous traffic or tough weather conditions as a new driver.

Safe Driving Tips for Teens

If friends are in the car, prioritize safety over fun. Do not let them distract you.

Dangerous Vehicles for Teens

  • Convertibles or sporty cars that will encourage speeding and risky driving behaviors
  • Vehicles such as SUVs and pickups with a tendency to tip over in tight turns (one of the more common teen driving accidents)
  • Vehicles prone to driver ejections
  • through the front window in accidents
  • Smaller cars with little structural support and strength
  • Powerful vehicles with high horsepower that encourages speeding
  • Older cars (10 years or older) without modern, necessary safety features
  • Specific makes and models associated with teen driving accidents include the Chevrolet Corvette, many Hummer models, and Jeep Wrangler