Before You Start the Car

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Before you start the car, make sure your teen follows these simple steps to get ready for the road.

S ecure loose objects

T urn off your cell phone

A llow enough travel time — so you can avoid speeding and aggressive driving

R ead your fuel and fluid levels

T ire pressure check up

U se seat belts. Every person. Every time.

P roperly adjust your rear view and side mirrors

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