The over-representation of young drivers in crashes and road fatalities is a serious public health concern and imposes substantial human, social, and economic costs. Contributing factors to crash risk include exposure, inexperience, distraction, recklessness, and social influence from peer passengers. Fortunately, young driver motor vehicle crashes are preventable, and proven strategies can improve the safety of young drivers on the road. The Young Driver Survey explored traffic safety attitudes and beliefs of young people 16 to 21 years old residing in Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Nebraska, and Oklahoma. This questionnaire explored issues with the driving experiences of younger drivers and identified key challenges to safety measures. About 18,000 respondents (n = 17,698) completed the survey.
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Suggested APA Format Citation: Wilbur, M. (2019, October). Young driver survey (Report No. DOT HS 812 761). Washington, DC: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
United States. Department of Transportation. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2019-10-01 | NHTSA BSR Traffic Tech
Abstract:
Motor vehicle crashes remain a leading cause of death among young people (Webb, 2018). Although young drivers represented only 5.4% of all licensed dr...
United States. Department of Transportation. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2019-10-01 | NHTSA BSR Traffic Tech
Abstract:
Motor vehicle crashes remain a leading cause of death among young people (Webb, 2018). Although young drivers represented only 5.4% of all licensed dr...
New York State recently enacted a regulation requiring that motor vehicle drivers with learner's permits use safety belts while operating a motor vehi...
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