SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week, and safe driving starts before your teen ever gets behind the wheel.
Spokane County Fire District 4 says car crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. In 2024, over 2,300 people nationwide were killed in crashes involving a teen driver.
Fire District 4 says you can play an important role in helping your teens develop safe driving habits by using the following tips:
Talk about safe driving before your teen gets a license and keep the conversation going.Lead by example. Put your phone away, buckle up, obey speed limits and practice safe driving habits every time.Create a parent-teen driving agreement that outlines the rules and consequences.Make the rules non-negotiable. These can include things such as no cell phones while driving, no speeding, no alcohol or drugs, no driving while tired, always wear a seatbelt and always limit passengers in accordance with licensing rules
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