Share the Drive

Share the Drive is a community-action program created for the first ever National Teen Driver Safety Week. The simple and practical tips and activities can be used at any time to encourage action and help teens become safer drivers. Share the Drive activities are based on the latest science and knowledge about the most common risk factors teens face.

Follow these five simple steps to make a difference through Share the Drive:

• Know the facts about teen driving crashes and deaths.
• Reach people at the right time when they are ready to listen.
• Start small and build your information network. Begin with friends, family and neighbors.
• Keep your message simple and consistent.
• Make a difference by going beyond awareness. Act now.

Good times to raise the topic include:

• During National Teen Driver Safety Week (October 14-20, 2012) 
• When a teen crash hits close to home. Unfortunately sometimes it takes a tragedy to spur action.
• When a group of parents or teens meet. Make it a priority to mention safe driving in the conversation.
• At community meetings or events. Talk about safe teen driving at Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Home and School, religious group, and community group meetings, as well as at sporting events and school assemblies.

Use this toolset to mobilize your community.