The National Road Safety Foundation (NRSF), Impact Teen Drivers, SADD, and We Save Lives have joined forces along with others, to turn the “100 Deadliest Days” between Memorial Day and Labor Day into the 100 Safest Days of Summer.
The National Road Safety Foundation (NRSF), Impact Teen Drivers, SADD, and We Save Lives have joined forces along with others, to turn the “100 Deadliest Days” between Memorial Day and Labor Day into the 100 Safest Days of Summer.
This stretch of summer is historically the most dangerous time of year for teen drivers, with crash rates spiking significantly.
Car crashes remain the leading cause of unintentional death and serious injury among young people. But it doesn't have to be this way.
Together, we’re promoting a culture of shared responsibility, safe driving and riding behaviors – empowering youth and their communities to create lasting change.
Why It Matters
Teen drivers are involved in a disproportionately high number of crashes and fatalities, despite driving less than most other age groups.
Distractions, impaired driving, drowsy driving, speeding, and not wearing seatbelts are among the top contributors to these preventable tragedies.
From 2012–2021, 7,316 lives were lost in teen driver-related crashes during the summer months alone–nearly half of all teen crash fatalities for the entire year.
Teen drivers (ages 16-19) are nearly three times more likely per mile driven to be involved in a fatal crash compared to drivers aged 20 and up. The risk is highest for 16- and 17-year-olds.
There is a 22% increase in nighttime crashes involving teen drivers during this period.
What You Can Do
We’ve created a calendar packed with weekly themes, toolkits, and shareable resources to equip parents, teens, educators, and advocates with everything they need to make a difference. All of this is preventable.
Together, we can make the roads safer – not just for teens, but for everyone. Let’s make this summer one to remember – for all the right reasons.