I’m Bob Ciasulli and I own several car dealerships in northern New Jersey. I know how significant buying and maintaining a first car can be for most people. For parents of teenage drivers, it seems only natural that you would not only want to protect your car, but also your child! By going over these common sense driving tips with your teen driver, you can protect your investment and extent the life of your car, as well as ease your mind about keeping your child as safe as possible.
Lights: Before driving a car make sure all the lights are working by walking around the car. Turn on your blinkers and make sure they work. Always drive with your headlights on for better visibility.
Leaks: Look for any fluid leaks or things hanging from the vehicle. Check your fuel level.
Tires: Check that the tires are properly inflated.
Seatbelts: Always put on your seat belt and make sure all passengers are wearing seat belts.
Mirrors: Adjust all three mirrors before you start the car to reduce your blind spots. When driving, check behind you every 6-8 seconds.
STOPS: At stop signs and red lights come to a stop then count to 5. Look left, right, straight ahead then left again before proceeding. Keep an eye out for anyone who might run the stop sign or light.
Trucks: Be especially wary when driving behind or passing trucks because they have a large blind spot.
Never Tailgate.
Weather: Drive slowly when it is raining or foggy. Drive even slower when it is snowing. Don’t drive at all if it is icy.
In General: Never drive tired. Leave early and do not speed. Stay alert and be ready when other drivers to make mistakes. Do not talk on your cell phone or text on your cell phone. Make sure someone knows where you are going and when you are supposed to arrive. Put a card in your dash containing contact numbers, emergency contact information, and any medical needs you may have.
These simple steps will not only prolong the life of your car, they will help to keep your child safe on the roads.
Lights: Before driving a car make sure all the lights are working by walking around the car. Turn on your blinkers and make sure they work. Always drive with your headlights on for better visibility.
Leaks: Look for any fluid leaks or things hanging from the vehicle. Check your fuel level.
Tires: Check that the tires are properly inflated.
Seatbelts: Always put on your seat belt and make sure all passengers are wearing seat belts.
Mirrors: Adjust all three mirrors before you start the car to reduce your blind spots. When driving, check behind you every 6-8 seconds.
STOPS: At stop signs and red lights come to a stop then count to 5. Look left, right, straight ahead then left again before proceeding. Keep an eye out for anyone who might run the stop sign or light.
Trucks: Be especially wary when driving behind or passing trucks because they have a large blind spot.
Never Tailgate.
Weather: Drive slowly when it is raining or foggy. Drive even slower when it is snowing. Don’t drive at all if it is icy.
In General: Never drive tired. Leave early and do not speed. Stay alert and be ready when other drivers to make mistakes. Do not talk on your cell phone or text on your cell phone. Make sure someone knows where you are going and when you are supposed to arrive. Put a card in your dash containing contact numbers, emergency contact information, and any medical needs you may have.
These simple steps will not only prolong the life of your car, they will help to keep your child safe on the roads.
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