Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause in teen deaths, but what is the leading cause of these crashes? Inexperience seems to be the most common reason for accidents, but there are many other variables which also cause serious accidents and can cause injury or be fatal for the driver and the passengers. The statistics related to teen driving are startling, but if we can help you protect your teen driver and your vehicle a little bit more, then we feel we have done part of our job as a trusted auto repair shop here in Tempe, Arizona. We don’t want to fix your vehicles after a crash, especially by your teen driver. We prefer to maintain the condition and performance of your vehicle through education, awareness, preventative maintenance, and other necessary repair services which keep your teen driver safer on the road.

According to national driving officials, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens. In 2010 alone, seven teens ages 16 to 19 died every day from motor vehicle injuries. Per mile driven, teen drivers ages 16 to 19 are three times more likely than drivers aged 20 and older to be in a fatal crash. Fortunately, there are things we can all do to try and reduce these numbers. These crashes, which many are the result of drinking and driving, are actually due to things like inexperience in handling new and risky situations, fatigue, speed, ignoring rules of the road, tailgating other vehicles, reckless driving habits, and improper passing of other vehicles.

We also believe that vehicle condition can affect teen driving. If teens have their own vehicles, be sure to teach them the importance of preventative maintenance and regular repairs, how to properly pump gas, to get oil changes, check tire pressure, and monitor all vital fluids. Teens have so many other things on their mind like peers, sports, school, colleges, and dating. These vehicle needs are not always on the top of their list. Here at we offer all vehicle services to keep your vehicle performing better and safer on the road. We have a service interval schedule that makes preventative maintenance easy for your teen to remember. Inexperience may cause accidents, but keeping your vehicle safe and performing at its best will help to reduce the chances.