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KSL+: The impact and lessons of teen driver crashes
Jun 24, 2022, 6:21 AM
SALT LAKE CITY — Teen drivers make up 9% of licensed drivers in Utah but 21% of crashes, according to the Utah Department of Transportation.
This week, we explore the impact of a crash on one family and the lessons every parent and teen can learn to protect themselves on the road. It’s part of KSL TV’s coverage on the road to zero fatalities.
Our Road to Zero Fatalities: You Hold The Key campaign encourages you to join us in pledging to follow the ABCs of safer driving.
Road to Zero Pledge: Protect lives by following the ABCs of safety.
DRIVE ATTENTIVELY: I will eliminate distractions and focus on the road, other vehicles and pedestrians or cyclists while following traffic laws.
DRIVE BUCKLED: I will wear a seat belt and ensure that all those in my vehicle use properly fastened, life-saving seat belts.
DRIVE CALM: I will remember that lives are at stake, not compromise safety when other drivers are inconsiderate, and never use others’ poor driving to excuse my bad driving.
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