During National Teen Driver Safety Week, Fontana Police Department encouraged par-

ents and caregivers to talk with their teens about safe driving habits and the Rules of the Road before handing over the keys.

Car crashes are a leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2023, there were 2,611 people killed in crashes involving a teen driver. In 2023, 465 people were killed in crashes on California roads involving drivers aged 20 or younger, accounting for nearly 11.5% of fatalities in traffic crashes.

Fontana Police Department reminds parents and caregivers to discuss the dangers of risky driving behaviors like speeding, texting while driving, or not wearing a seat belt. Teens should also u

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