Driving With Knowledge

Clark-Frier 3

Iaisha Clark-Frier

4116 W Florist Ave

Milwaukee, Wisconsin , 53209

Cell-(414)-509-3752

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Deadline- November 30, 2019

Driving With Knowledge

The percent of automobile accidents that happen in one year is increasing rapidly. Drives between the ages of 16-20 are the most prominent to traffic accidents, According to Car accidents Statistics- 2019 (overview) study. The study’s data also identified that, “nearly 40,000 fatal car accidents happen in the U.S. every year, more than 90 Americans die due to car accidents(Djurkovic, Nikola).” order to decrease these unfortunate statistics drivers must be more knowledgeable while driving.

The more a person drives the better that they’ll become at driving. Although this is true, drivers also need to know the rules of driving. Those whom complete drivers education usually are better drivers than those who don't. In drivers ed the instructor teaches the rules in the book that most new drivers don't know. The AAA Foundation conducted a study that exhibits three major differences of driver that complete drivers ed and those who don’t. The study reveals that, “Drivers who complete drivers ed, usually have the highest test scores on the drivers exam and are normally more careful and aware while driving…drivers ed is associated with a lower incidence of both crashes and convictions - reducing crashes by 4.3% and convictions by nearly 40%”(DriveSmartGeorgia.com). These rates won’t completely solve the problem, but it definitely helps reduce the amount of crashes that occurs.

In 2017, my mother was involved in 2 car accidents. The first car crash happened on her way home from work, an older couple failed to stop at a stop sign. My mother's car was totaled and her back was hurt severely. The second crash, a public transportation bus pulled off at the end of a yellow light. Only paying attention to the light changing green, my mother collided with the bus. Prior to the accidents, she has completed 4 different physical therapy programs, pain management, bariatric surgery to help reduce her back pain and diagnosed with degenerative disc disease and severe arthritis. Due to her pain, she had to resign from her position as a hospice caregiver, leaving us with no income. As of October of 2019, my mother was finally approved to receive disability after being denied 2 times. In april of 2019, a friend of mine (Larenzo) died due to internal bleeding in the brain. While in the car with a friend whom was driving recklessly, a school bus crashed into the side of the car. The impact of the bus on him was significant, almost killing him instantly. Larenzo fought for his life until he passed away on Easter Sunday. Although I personally was not involved and have never been involved in a car accident, I have experienced significant financial and emotional distress due to them.

To be a safer driver and help reduce the number of deaths related to driving. Drivers should review the latest drivers manual every couple years; This could help keep drivers be knowledgeable and up to date. Staying focused while driving is critical, drivers should plan ahead to minimize distractions as much as possible. You can do this by: being aware of the weather, leaving early so speeding is not a factor, picking music before taking off, and staying off your phone. Drivers also should make sure everyone is always wearing their seatbelt, keep an appropriate distance from the car in front, position your hand on the steering wheel correctly, look ahead a block to be aware of the traffic, never drink under the influence, and maintain good maintenance on the car.

Citations

50+Car.Accident Statistics - 2019: Research & Infographic

Jm - https://carsurance.net/blog/car-accident-statistics/

Concerned About Teen Driver Safety? Drivers Ed Reduces Crash Risk

Drive Smart Georgia - https://driversmartgeorgia.com/blog/teen-driver-safety-drivers-ed-resuces-risk/