Texting while driving is considered the most distracting driver
behavior, increasing crash risk by 2,300 percent. Yet it is also
one of the most difficult behaviors to curtail, especially among
young, first-time drivers. A recent article in Minnesota Public
Radio News caught our attention, so we thought we’d pass along
some of it here, along with two tips of our own. Texting while
driving is a major distraction As parents, there are some things
that you can and should do to help your teen be a safer and more
responsible driver. Take note of these ten tips to help your
teen stop texting and driving. - Be a good example. Whether you
realize it or not, your young teen who’s of driving age is
watching you like a hawk every time you’re behind the wheel. If
you engage in distracted driving behavior such as texting or
talking on your cell phone, don’t think your actions are going
unnoticed. The best solution is to display the kind of behavior
that you want your teen to model when driving. This may take
some practice