Putting the brakes on teen drivers

As we argue in today’s editorial, several recent fatalities involving teens show the need for tighter rules for young drivers in Kansas.
Teens are easily distracted and think they’re indestructible — a deadly combination on the road.
Despite accounting for just 7 percent of registered drivers, teen drivers are involved in 20 percent of Kansas accidents.
And car crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers.
Legislators should pass a couple of proposed changes in driver regulations — restrict nighttime driving for teens (say, after 9 p.m.) and limit driving with other teens in the car. No cell phones, either.
Of course, parents provide the most important models and oversight. Some tough love could save a lot of young lives.
Posted by Randy Scholfield