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Here's Why The Driving Age Is 16 In Most States. Should It Be? - Cheddar Explains

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January 23, 2020

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Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. 16 to 17-year-old drivers are almost twice as likely to die in a car crash than drivers who are just two years older. So why is the minimum driving age still 16 in 44 states? It’s actually a highly contested subject.

Further reading:

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

USA Today

National Safety Council

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Governors Highway Safety Association

Rocky Mountain Insurance Information Association

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