It’s an exciting time in your teenager’s life, he/she is getting ready to drive. As you know, driving brings with it great independence, but it also brings with it tremendous responsibility and the danger of getting into a Connecticut auto accident. Lucky for you, you’re in the driver's seat now to teach good habits before they begin their driving journey.
Teaching your teen how to drive can be equal parts exhilarating and equal parts terrifying. With these tips from the folks at AAA Northeast you might be able to minimize the terrifying parts to only a 1/4 of your feelings on the subject.
Tip #1: Pick an open lot to start the lessons. There will be less obstacles for your teen driver to have to navigate.
Tip #2: Start slow. You may want to even consider putting the car in neutral and letting the car slowly roll. This will allow your teen driver to feel the feeling of the car moving without accelerating.
Tip #3: Stay straight. When driving, keep the path in a straight line as best you can. Keeping the car straight will reduce the risks of error in the beginning.
Tip #4: Start accelerating. After you’ve reached a point where you are comfortable that he/she has the feel for the car, work your way into some acceleration. This can take time, but as they speed up they will feel the true power that a car has.
Tip #5: Set out onto a quiet street. Graduating from an open lot to a quiet street is a good second step in the process of learning how to drive. Here they will have to begin to follow the rules of the road and understand what is required of them as a driver.
The best way to keep your teen from getting into a Connecticut auto accident is to start them slowly in the process of learning how to drive. As they get the hang of it, you will start to feel more comfortable giving them independence and allowing them out on the roads.
If you or your loved one have been in an accident, contact our office immediately and we will review your case.
