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THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2015

Teen driving tips to keep prom and graduation safe


 

Teen Driving Tips to keep prom and graduation Safe

High school is full of defining moments for Central Ohio teens and two of the highlights for most are prom and graduation.
 

However, this time of year often sees other, more tragic defining moments - serious car accidents involving teens who are distracted or even under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 

At Gilles Insurance Agency, we want to help make this season one to celebrate for you and your teen. So, with the help of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, here are some tips that can keep your teen safe. 

1.  First, encourage your teen to follow these general safe-driving rules:

2.  Absolutely no alcohol

3.  Always use seat belts

4.  No cell phone use (including texting) while driving

 

Special circumstances

Of course, special events such as prom and graduation often present special circumstances. There may be dinner with dates before the dance, and parties before or after either event. It’s a good idea to discuss your expectations well before each event, putting some guidelines into place before your teen heads out for the night. Here are some ideas:

1.  Make sure you know the itinerary of the evening, as well as who else will be with your teen. You should have contact information for everyone.

2.  Have a way to contact your teen at all times. You may want to require them to check in with you once or twice over the course of the evening.

3.  Set a curfew, whether they are coming back to your home or staying with a friend. If they are staying elsewhere, make sure the curfew will be enforced by a responsible adult.

4.  Discuss with your teen how to handle difficult situations, such as facing pressure to drink, or accepting a ride with someone who shouldn’t be driving. It’s a good idea to provide your child with money for a taxi just in case.

5.  Offer a “no-questions-asked” ride home, should they need one during the evening.

If you’re worried about your teen driving, consider alternate transportation. A car service or limousine will provide a responsible, experienced adult driver. You also will be able to limit changes to the itinerary and contact the driver. 

Prom and graduation in Central Ohio are special times in a teen’s life. And just a little common sense will go a long way toward making sure your young adult is around to enjoy the other milestones that are sure to come.

 As a mom of 3 young drivers, I know how scary it can be, I also know how expensive it is to insure these young drivers.  Several of our companies offer Teen Safety Rewards and discounts.  MAPFRE even offers an additional class known as TeenSmart at a discount and if they take the class it can save $100's of dollars a year. 

If you would like more information, call Gilles Insurance Agency at 740-990-7107.  We would be happy to answer any questions you may have.  

 

Posted 5:04 PM

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