Sep 25

Sep 25 A Bumper Sticker can Give Peace of Mind and Build Community {an innovative approach to protecting your teen driver}

There is no way to describe the feeling when you find yourself in the passenger seat for the first time with your teen as the driver. It just doesn’t seem right but inevitably as parents we must let them grow up and with growing up comes grown-up responsibilities like driving. We can prepare them and give them proper training to the best of our ability but like a lot of things in life with practice comes experience and with experience comes wisdom. That is why I especially love any tools or resources we can use as our children gain experience in a new responsibility like driving.

Did you know that according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, drivers between the ages of 16 and 17 are more likely to be involved in car accidents than drivers from any other age group? This doesn’t mean as parents we walk around fearful, but it does mean that we use wisdom as our teens enter this new season of life and we find the tools that will work alongside us in ensuring our child is safe. HowsMyTeenDriver.com is working tirelessly to bring change and hope to this time in our child’s life where they are still in the throes of learning and growing. It is a company started in 2023 by two fathers from Idaho both with driving aged kids looking for a way to ease their anxiety about their kids learning to drive. As they write,

As parents, our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our children. We teach them right from wrong, guide them through life's challenges, and, eventually, entrust them with responsibilities like driving. The moment our teens get behind the wheel marks a significant milestone in their lives, but it can also be one of the most nerve-wracking experiences for us as parents. This is where How's My Teen Driver comes into play. It's not just about monitoring your teen's driving habits; it's about fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility.

Here is how this innovative service can make a difference in your teen's journey towards becoming a safe and responsible driver.

*Community Watch for Teen Drivers

How's My Teen Driver recognizes that we can't always be there to keep an eye on our teenagers when they're out on the road. That's why they've created a Road Guardian network—a community of caring individuals who are willing to step in and help keep our teens safe. This network comprises neighbors, friends, and even strangers who want to make the roads safer for everyone.

*Beyond Parental Oversight

As parents, we can't be with our teens every moment they're driving, but there's comfort in knowing that other members of the community are looking out for them. How's My Teen Driver's community-driven approach helps create a sense of collective responsibility, fostering a culture of safer driving habits among teens.

*Real-Time Updates and Accountability

One of the standout features of How's My Teen Driver is when someone recognizes the How’s My Teen Driver sticker on your teen’s car, the Road Guardian community is activated. HMTD empowers Road Guardians to anonymously provide community-sourced information on your teen's driving behavior that is reviewed and sent directly to you. By receiving feedback from the community, your teen can become more aware of their actions behind the wheel, leading to safer driving habits.

*Encouraging Positive Behavior

Rather than being punitive, How's My Teen Driver aims to encourage positive behavior. When your teen receives commendations from the community for safe driving, it reinforces good habits and builds their confidence as responsible drivers.

*Strengthening Bonds within the Community

This service goes beyond just monitoring your teen; it strengthens the bonds within your local community. Road Guardians become more connected, looking out for each other's kids, and creating a safer environment for everyone.

How's My Teen Driver isn't just about technology; it's about building a supportive and vigilant community of Road Guardians who care. By embracing this innovative approach, we can collectively help our teenagers navigate the road safely, learn from their experiences, and grow into responsible drivers.

So, when you think about letting your teenager embark on that journey behind the wheel, think about the peace of mind that comes with the support of your entire community. It truly takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a community to keep our teen drivers safe. How's My Teen Driver's Road Guardian network is here to watch over your teen when you can't, creating a safer and more connected community for all.

Are you ready to join How's My Teen Driver in this mission of protecting our teens?? It is SUPER simple to sign up! Here are 4 easy steps to get started today!

Visit www.howsmyteendriver.com
Subscribe to the How’s My Teen Driver and register your teen’s vehicle into the portal.
Receive your kit in the mail.
Place the sticker on your teen’s vehicle.