Jim Kouri
The 10 Best States for Teen Drivers
By Jim Kouri
Mar 19, 2010 - 12:23:52 AM

Car accident statistics repeatedly reveal that people aged fifteen to twenty are at an increased risk of getting into a motor vehicle accident than any other group. Teens (15-20 year olds) make up less than seven percent of the general population but account for fourteen percent of all car accident cases.

These statistics show that a teenager is four times more likely to be killed in an auto accident than are people aged 25 to 69. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for Americans aged 15 to 20. (Ten safest states for teen drivers Public Safety Examiner Jim Kouri)

The 10 Best States for Teen Drivers, presented by Allstate Insurance Company

1. District of Columbia
2. California
3. Colorado
4. Maryland
5. Illinois
6. New Jersey
7. Oregon
8. Minnesota
9. Utah
10. Washington

According to a recent Allstate Foundation study:

• 82% of driving teens claim to use cell phones while driving, and 49%
   admit to being extremely distracted by texting and instant messaging
   while driving
• 61% of teens worry about getting into a car crash
• 65% of teens think of themselves as good drivers who pay attention
• Parents remain #1 as driving influencers and advisors (81% of
   respondents said parents have the most influence on their driving)

Read More in Jim Kouri's article: Ten safest states for teen drivers

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