Researchers from the company surveyed 1,000 parents of teens who had received their licenses between June 2007 and May 2008. Among their findings: 65 percent of parents use cell phones while driving, 68 percent drive when they are in a hurry, and 65 percent drive when they are overtired.
"We are asking parents to be aware that their teens are watching and learning from their behaviors," said Laurette Stiles, vice president of Strategic Research for State Farm.
Parents who responded to the survey indicated that they would like more information on helping their teens learn to drive on freeways and at night, as well as on issues such as driving while distracted, drinking and driving, and road rage.
Labels: driving, safety, role_models
Posted By: Aspen Education Group