The California Highway Patrol is offering free driver education classes for teens and their parents in an effort to promote safer driving practices. The Start Smart program, presented by the CHP, covers topics such as safe driving techniques, the rules of the road, and new driver license requirements.
The next class is scheduled for September 24th, from 5:30 to 7:30p.m., at the Susanville Area CHP Office located at 472-400 Diamond Crest Road in Johnstonville.
Interested individuals can contact Public Information Officer Music at 1.530.252.1800 for more information and to register for the free class.
Funding for the Start Smart program is provided by the Office of Traffic Safety, Start Smart Teen Driver Safety Education Grant.
Start Smart is aimed at helping newly licensed, or soon-to-be licensed, teenage drivers become more aware of the responsibilities that accompany the privilege of being a licensed California driver.
CHP officers speak directly to the newly licensed driver and their parents/guardians through candid conversations, discussing topics such as collision avoidance techniques along with collision causing elements such as excessive speed, DUI, and distracted driving. Start Smart makes teens and parents aware of the responsibilities they face and teaches what precautions to take to stay safe; such as the importance of seat belt unsafe, passengers in the vehicle and what to do when involved in a collision.
