The Importance of Drivers ed

Every
day, we see too many car accidents and too many deaths from them.
Many accidents occur because of inexperienced drivers and distracted
drivers. Some do not realize the danger of distracted driving. That
is why we have drivers ed classes; to teach drivers how to be
safe on the road.

         Drivers
education is very important for drivers, especially young drivers. We
tend to think that we are invincible and that nothing will happen to
us but that is not true. Drivers ed courses help to inform new
drivers of all of the risks of driving and how to stay safe while
driving.
They teach you to not use your phone not only when you are driving,
but
when you are at a stoplight, a stop sign, or any pause in your
driving. They also teach you the dangers of drinking and driving,
driving while tired, etc. Taking drivers ed courses can reduce
the numbers of deaths caused by driving. In order to reduce the
number of deaths related to driving, the biggest thing teens could do
is stop using their phones. Almost every teenager has a phone and
everybody knows that we love to use them. Many people cannot let go
of their phones for even five minutes. You should put your phone on
“do not disturb” mode while taking a commute. Distracted driving
is the most common reason that teenagers and young adults get into
car accidents. We can also reduce deaths related to driving by
driving the speed limit. A lot of teenagers have a need for speed.
They get a new car and they have the desire to see how fast the
vehicle can go but in reality, they are creating a higher chance of
causing a car accident.

         I
have been in one minor car accident and it was one of the scariest
moments of my life. I had always told myself, even before I got my
license, that I would be an amazing driver and never get into a car
accident. Although the accident wasn’t my fault, I wondered if it
really was. Even though I was a good driver and paid attention all of
the time, I think that being in the accident made me more aware. I
think all accidents in a way, serve as a “wake-up call” for
people. They cause you to drive more carefully and make you more
alert. 

        
To be a safer driver, I should not be too comfortable driving. I
should always stay alert and if I am tired, I should not be the one
driving. To help others be safe on the road, I can be on the lookout
while they are driving, have minimal conversation, and hold them
accountable for unsafe driving such as doing makeup at a stoplight,
checking a text, etc. If we all make an effort to help each other
drive safer, deaths caused by driving can be greatly reduced.