CHP Launch 'Start Smart' Driving Program for Teens and Parents

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The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is teaming up with local teenagers and their parents/guardians to kick off a program specifically geared towards the reduction of collisions and injuries involving teen drivers. This innovative program is called “Start Smart.”

Start Smart addresses traffic safety issues that directly affect new drivers in a way no other program does. Start Smart speaks directly to the newly licensed or soon to be licensed drivers and their parents/guardians. This program entails collision avoidance techniques, collision causing elements, driver responsibilities and local area traffic collision trends.

Start Smart makes teens and parents aware of the responsibilities they face and teaches what precautions to take to stay safe.

The next available class will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 6:00 PM. The class will be held at the Temecula Public Library, located at 30600 Pauba Road, Temecula CA 92592. For a reservation call Officer Mike Lassig at (951) 506-2000 or email him at MLassig@chp.ca.gov.