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N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – With Teen Driver Safety week coming up October 16th through the 22nd, AAA North Dakota has found the top challenges for teen drivers in the state.

According to Spokesman Gene LaDoucer, parents aren’t preparing their teens to drive as well as they did a decade ago. A recent AAA survey of 142 driving instructors in America found that 65% say the decline in quality parental involvement has added to the challenges young drivers are facing.

“With all the other challenges teens face learning to drive, it is critical for parents to re-engage in the process,” said Amy Stracke, Managing Director of Traffic Safety Advocacy for AAA. “Teens can’t succeed safely on the road unless those closest to them make proper training a priority and set a good example behind the wheel.”

The survey found the top three mistakes teen drivers make; speeding, distraction and poor visual scanning. It was also found that parents who impose stricter driving limits reported fewer crashes and traffic violations.

“AAA recommends parents stay actively involved in coaching their teens through the learning-to-drive process,” AAA says in a release. “Take time to practice driving with a teen in varying conditions, set family rules for the road and set a good example by minimizing distractions and speeding when driving.”

You can find more resources at TeenDriving.AAA.com.