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AAA Northeast: Driving Risks that Teens and Their Parents Need to Know
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Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). To mark National Teen Driver Safety Week (Oct. 19-25) and help save lives, AAA Northeast is urging young drivers to make smart decisions behind the wheel. — an announcement from AAA Northeast
In 2023, 2,810 teens ages 15 to 19 died in U.S. traffic crashes, up 7% from 2022, NHTSA data shows. Speed, alcohol impairment and distraction were all top contributors to those crashes.