Must Have Safety Features for Safe Teen Cars

29 Feb 2016

As a parent to a teen driver, you want nothing more than to make sure that your child is a safe as possible while behind the wheel. You also want to make sure that his passengers, other drivers, and pedestrians are safe, as well.

While you may not be able to be able to be in the car with your teen all the time, you can help to ensure that he is driving safely. Thanks to the modern technology, cars that have been manufactured in the past few years are outfitted with some pretty impressive – and life-saving – safety features.

If your teen has the following safety features in his car, you can rest a lot easier when he is behind the wheel.

Electronic stability control (ESC). This feature, which is also referred to as an electronic stability program (ESP) or dynamic stability control (DSC) consists of a computer, which works by improving a vehicle’s stability when it determines that there is reduced traction.

Backup cameras. It can be difficult to see who or what is behind you when backing up. Thanks to backup cameras, which is automatically turned on when a car is put into reverse, a driver can see what is behind them when backing up.

Located in the steering wheel, the dashboard, the sides of the car, and other locations, airbags rapidly inflate when a vehicle is involved in a crash. The airbags protect the driver and passengers from being injured, as they avoid contact with the structures of the vehicle and minimize the impact that is experienced.
GPS tracking and navigation devices. Global positioning systems, more commonly referred to as GPS, is a satellite-based navigation system that can help your teen driver avoid getting lost by providing directions to specific destinations. Thanks to GPS, your teen driver won’t have to worry about sorting through maps and reading directions, which can take his attention off of the road and lead increase the chances of getting into an accident. With GPS teen tracking, you can know where your teen is on the road at any given time, in real time. You can also set up alerts that notify you if your teenager has driven outside the boundaries you set.

Antilock braking systems (ABS). Antilock brakes help the wheels keep traction with the road when they sense that they have lost traction. As a result of this safety feature, the wheels won’t lock up and the vehicle won’t skid, thus reducing the chances of a collision.

With these safety features in your teen’s car, you can have more peace of mind he is driving safely and that he, his passengers and other drivers on the road are safe.

Are you interested in getting GPS teen tracking for your teen driver? If so, give us a call here at LiveView GPS to learn more about how GPS teen tracking can give you peace of mind. Call us at 1-888-544-0494.

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About George Karonis

George Karonis is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of LiveViewGPS Inc., a company he established in 2008 with the vision of making real-time GPS tracking more reliable, affordable, and accessible for businesses of all sizes. Over the past two decades, he has built a reputation as an innovator in GPS tracking, fleet management, asset monitoring, and Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PTToC) communications. Under George's leadership, LiveViewGPS has grown into a nationally recognized provider of GPS tracking solutions, serving businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, law enforcement organizations, and public works departments throughout the United States. The company's technology helps organizations improve operational efficiency, protect valuable assets, increase driver safety, and reduce operating costs through real-time location intelligence. Before founding LiveViewGPS, George developed a background in security, surveillance, and emerging location technologies. His passion for innovation and practical problem solving has driven the development of products that combine dependable hardware with easy-to-use cloud software, giving customers actionable information when it matters most. In 2018, George expanded into nationwide Push-to-Talk over Cellular communications by launching PeakPTT, providing businesses with rugged, instant communication solutions that operate over LTE and Wi-Fi networks. His focus has remained the same throughout his career: delivering dependable technology backed by exceptional customer service and long-term customer relationships. George regularly writes about GPS tracking, fleet management, asset protection, business technology, and communication systems. Through this blog, he shares industry insights, practical advice, and emerging trends to help organizations make informed decisions about tracking technology and connected operations.