Because motor vehicle crashes remain a leading cause of death and injury for teens living in the United States, AAA Texas and City of Dallas Judiciary will host a free safety class to educate teens and parents about roadway risks. This event is happening as the deadliest time of year for young drivers is right around the corner, known as the 100 Deadliest Days.
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The Teen Driver Safety Class will take place on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library located at 1515 Young Street in Downtown Dallas. The event program includes guest speakers, traffic safety experts, and resources to help pre-permit teens, new drivers and their families navigate through the difficult learning-to-drive process and beyond. Registration is required at the door to participate.
Free snacks and refreshments will be provided. Participants will also have the opportunity to enter a raffle drawing for a free iPad and other door prizes.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson has proclaimed Saturday, April 12, 2025 as Teen Driver Safety Awareness Day in Dallas. The mayoral proclamation comes ahead of the deadliest time period of the year for teen drivers, the 100 Deadliest Days. This is the time period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when the rate of fatal teen crashes spike.
Teen Driving Facts
Distractions, speeding, not buckling up and impaired driving are leading contributors in fatal teen driving crashes.
- The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the 100 Deadliest Days for teen drivers. During this period there is a significant increase in the number of fatal crashes involving young drivers.
- 60 percent of all teen crashes involve a form of distraction. Other passengers and technology such as smart phones are some of the top distractions for teens behind the wheel.
- Teen drivers are nearly three times more likely than drivers aged 20 and older to be killed in a crash.
- According to AAA.com, speed is a factor in 30 percent of fatal crashes involving teen drivers.
- Approximately 60 percent of teen drivers killed in a crash were not wearing a seatbelt.
- One in 10 teens report drinking and driving themselves.
AAA provides more than 64 million members with automotive, travel, insurance and financial services through its federation of independently owned motor clubs and nearly 1,000 branch offices across North America. Since 1902, AAA has been a leader and advocate for the motorist and safe mobility. Drivers can request roadside assistance, identify nearby gas prices, locate discounts, book a hotel or map a route via the AAA Mobile app. AAA Texas branch offices throughout the state can be found by visiting www.AAA.com.