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What age group has the most accidents?
Who is most at risk? The risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among teens aged 16–19 than among any other age group. In fact, per mile driven, teen drivers in this age group are nearly three times as likely as drivers aged 20 or older to be in a fatal crash.
Is 16 a good age to drive?
Is 16 the right age to get a driver’s license? Researchers for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety say the answer is no, and they point to statistics to back up the position that raising the driving age makes sense and would save lives.
Should the driving age be raised from 18 to 21?
The reason for wanting to raise the driving age is because it has been proven that teenagers have caused most accidents. The argument is a big decision . but I believe that it shouldn’t be lower than 18 because teenagers are not responsible enough to have the privilege to driver.
Should teens be allowed to drive at 16?
As parents, we’re more concerned about keeping them safe. We know the human brain doesn’t fully mature until 25 and studies show 16 and 17 year-olds are much more likely to crash than 18 year-olds. So, at first glance, it seems better to wait until teens are older to begin driving.
Why shouldn’t people under 18 get their driving licenses?
In conclusion, there are many reasons why people under 18 years of age shouldn’t get their driving licenses. The possibility of parents losing control over their children, the immaturity of teenagers, and the history of the teenagers’ accidents and deaths are the main reasons.
Is your teenager ready to take their driving test?
Most teens count the hours and days until they can get their learners permit (usually age 16) and take their driving test to demonstrate driving competence. Some teens, however, may be pushed to drive by peer or parental pressures before they feel ready.