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Your teen is ready to cross another milestone: Getting their driver\u2019s license. Although it can be a stressful time in every parent\u2019s life, there are ways to turn teaching a teenager how to drive into a more organized and relaxed event. All milestones have a bittersweet feeling to them, but this time with your son or daughter can be meaningful and, when done correctly, can ease your fears about putting your young driver behind the wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As with all skills, there is a learning curve to feeling safe and comfortable when driving. Lots of practice is the best way to hone this particular skill set, so let\u2019s jump in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Setting Realistic Expectations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your teenager wasn\u2019t born with every skill set they\u2019ll need to successfully navigate through life and the same holds true for driving. As a parent, you\u2019ve had to spend time in many different ways to teach your children<\/a> the necessary skills they need. So, you already know it\u2019s a learning process that will take time. Young adults may act like they already know it all, but you know better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to driving (and many other things), setting a good example and being a solid role model will go a long way when it\u2019s time to get in the passenger seat and let your teen take over in the driver\u2019s seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting to the Basics of Driving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you are aware, there is more to driving than just getting behind the wheel and pressing the gas pedal. The first step is to help your soon-to-be-adult understand the reason for all the different parts and components of the vehicle, as well as explaining to them how auto insurance<\/a> works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you probably already know, car insurance for new drivers is expensive. Due to their lack of experience and their collective tendency to file a higher number of claims, insurance companies typically consider them a high-risk group and charge accordingly. There are some ways you can save money when it comes time insure your teen driver<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important for adolescents to understand their car insurance will go down if they keep a clean record. Drive this point home by letting your child research insurance quotes for those in their teens and those in the mid 20\u2019s. They\u2019ll be able to see how much cheaper car insurance<\/a> can be if they are a safe driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Importance of Seatbelts and Mirrors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you are explaining how the parts of a car work, don\u2019t forget to examine the importance of always using a seatbelt and constantly checking your mirrors. Seatbelts are the law and they save lives. Being a proactive driver by always knowing what\u2019s around you will go a long way to instilling confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vehicle Safety Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Today\u2019s vehicles come with a huge variety of safety features<\/a>. Along with understanding the importance of seatbelts and mirrors, you should also discuss these features and how each one works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n