COLUMBUS, Ohio — As National Teen Driver Safety Week approaches, running from October 19–25 , the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is urging parents and guardians to take an active role in teaching their teens safe driving habits — a step officials say could save lives.

Families are encouraged to lead by example, model safe driving behavior, and spend time practicing behind the wheel with their teens to build confidence and reinforce the lessons taught by troopers.

“Just like mastering a sport or a musical instrument, safe driving takes practice,” said Governor Mike DeWine . “I encourage parents and guardians to actively coach their teens on safe driving skills and have open and consistent conversations with their kids about the importance of being a responsible driver.”

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