Saturday, May 24, 2008

Teens still top road crash list (Canada article)

Here is an interesting partnership between a research foundation and corporate partner Toyota in Canada to addreses teen driving issues:

From Drivers.com May 21, 2008

The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF - CANADA) is pleased to announce the launch of the Young and New Driver Resource Centre.

"Reducing young driver crashes is not a simple issue; it will involve the help of young drivers, parents, researchers, and policymakers," says Mayhew. "Part of our motivation for creating the centre was to develop a resource that could speak to all of these groups ­ giving each of them meaningful information that can help with decision making."

"Toyota Canada is committed to keeping everyone on the road safe ­ including young and new drivers," says Beatty. "The creation of this resource centre is a step in the right direction and we were pleased to support this initiative."

"Whether you’re trying to improve GDL programs, select a driving school, or just looking for facts about young drivers ­ the centre contains something for everyone," says Mayhew.

Read more at Drivers.com

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