{"id":477,"date":"2025-08-01T15:20:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T15:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wkjustice.wpengine.com\/?p=477"},"modified":"2026-01-12T21:11:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T21:11:57","slug":"keeping-your-tennessee-teen-safe-behind-the-wheel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wkjustice.com\/es\/blog\/keeping-your-tennessee-teen-safe-behind-the-wheel\/","title":{"rendered":"Worried About Your Teenage Driver? Take These Steps to Keep Them Safe"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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As a parent, there\u2019s nothing more important to you than the safety of your child. It can be a very scary time for parents when their kids are learning how to drive, especially in the Nashville area, where traffic and accidents have both been on the rise for several years. You may be able to start with some ground rules (e.g., no cell phone, no loud music, no more than two passengers, etc.), but you don\u2019t have much of a way to enforce those rules.<\/p>

And what about when they graduate from high school and go to Middle Tennessee University or some other school? They\u2019re technically on their own, but their brains are still developing, and they will be spending lots of time with other new drivers with the same new sense of freedom. What steps can you take to help keep your teen driver safe during this vulnerable time? Let\u2019s look at some practical teen driver safety tips.<\/p>

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Educate your teen<\/h2>

Unfortunately, teen drivers are more likely to be involved in motor vehicle crashes that result in injuries or legal consequences. In some cases, families may even find themselves needing to consult a car accident lawyer<\/a> to navigate the aftermath.<\/p>

Teen drivers remain a high-risk group on Tennessee roads. According to the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security<\/a>, more than 20,000 crashes in 2023 involved at least one driver between the ages of 14 and 18. These crashes included nearly 500 serious injury collisions and 98 fatal crashes, highlighting just how dangerous the road can be for inexperienced drivers.\u00a0<\/p>

While crash rates dipped during the pandemic in 2020, teen driver crashes have remained consistently high ever since, especially in fast-growing regions like Middle Tennessee, where traffic congestion and distracted driving continue to contribute to rising collision rates.<\/p>

Have some open and honest conversations about the risks of distracted driving, speeding, impaired driving, and the importance of obeying traffic laws. Try to come from the approach that you are entrusting your teen with these adult responsibilities, and that you have faith in their ability to handle them. You can also walk them through Tennessee\u2019s Graduated Driver License (GDL) restrictions<\/a> so they understand the responsibilities that come with each learner\u2019s permit and licensing phase.<\/p>

This approach isn\u2019t foolproof, but it makes it more likely that your teen will begin to take ownership of their own safety\u2014and that\u2019s the goal.<\/p>

Consider a tracking app<\/h2>

Apps like Life360 or Bouncie can also provide real-time alerts for speeding, harsh braking, or phone use. Some insurance companies even offer discounts if you use them. If you\u2019re truly concerned about your teen\u2019s safety on the road, you may want to consider downloading one. Various tracking apps can:<\/p>