YAKIMA, Wash.-National Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct. 20-26 and the Yakima Police Department is encouraging parents and families to talk about safe driving habits, while setting a good example behind the wheel.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, teen drivers have a higher rate of fatal crashes, due largely to their inexperience as drivers.
National Teen Driver Safety Week is an opportunity for parents to reinforce safe driving habits with teen drivers, according to the YPD.
Teen driving safety topics can include.
Distracted drivingDriving with passengers in the carSpeedingDriving under the influenceSeat belt safetyMaking smart decisions
Additional teen driving safety resources are available through the NHTSA.
