#RulesForTheRoad Day of Action

October 2024

T4CIP’s eighth Day of Action was on October 23, 2024 about teen driving. It coincided with NHTSA's Teen Driver Safety Week. You can search #RulesForTheRoad on X and Instagram to see some of the great posts from participants and partners. In addition to in-person local events across the U.S., the October 2024 Day of Action had more than 2 million impressions across social media from nearly 600 posts and more than 100 users.

T4CIP trainees were asked to promote #RulesForTheRoad messages during a targeted Day of Action, but these materials are available to use year-round.

Lead Topic Expert
Dr. Flaura Winston
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
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Infographic titled "T4CIP #RulesForTheRoad Day of Action | October 23, 2024" highlighting activities such as X Chat, webinars, podcasts, social media takeovers, TikTok and Instagram posts, Facebook posts, local advocacy, community partnerships, creating educational materials, collaboration with SafeKids chapters and local DMVs, grand rounds, and more. Features various icons and illustrations.

Social Media Graphics

Download the graphics by clicking your preferred size (Instagram post, Instagram story, X post) and language (English or Spanish).

Child sitting in a forward-facing car seat, smiling. Text: 'Driver's education starts when they’re in a forward-facing car seat and their eyes are on you. Model safe behaviors when you’re in the car.' Hashtags and T4CIP logo.
Infographic titled '75% of teen car crashes are the result of driver errors.' It lists causes of these crashes: 'Failure to spot a hazard ahead in time to react,' 'Driving too fast for the conditions,' and 'Distractions.' Includes an image of a smiling person in a car and a message encouraging discussions with teen drivers about road safety. Contains the logo for T4CIP and a hashtag #RulesForTheRoad.

Focus on the road, not your phone

Set them up
for success

75% of teen
car crashes

Model safe behaviors

Infographic with a hand holding an Ohio driver's license next to text highlighting the risk of car crashes for teens in their first year of driving.
Infographic showing a person holding a smartphone with a "Do Not Disturb" screen, in front of a red car. The text advises keeping focus on the road and using phone features like "driving focus" or "do not disturb," and storing the phone away while driving. Includes checkmarks for emphasis.
Infographic promoting safe driving habits for teens with icons and illustrations. Main text reads, "Teaching doesn't stop once your teen gets their license." Safe habits include scanning the road, speed management, reducing distractions, and navigating conditions. Features illustrated teens and #RulesForTheRoad.
Infographic about Graduated Driver Licensing Laws, focusing on teen safety. Highlights limiting passengers, curfews, supervised driving. Depicts stages: Instruction Permit, Probationary, Regular. Encourages learning more at Bit.ly/GDL-Laws. Includes icons and T4CIP logo.

Teaching
doesn’t stop

Graduated Driver Licensing Laws

Alternative text and social media posts

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Additional Outreach Materials

Emergency Information Card template with fields for personal details, insurance information, and emergency contacts.
Blank form for state-specific teen driver laws, including learner and intermediate stage minimum age, supervision hours, and restrictions like decals and cell phone use.
Infographic titled 'Navigating the Road Together: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Safe Driving Conversations.' Emphasizes educating to reduce risks for teen drivers, particularly males and those with other teen passengers. Discusses the importance of parental involvement, newly licensed teens, and leading by example. Includes statistics and references from trusted sources.
Infographic on teen driving safety; includes tips on wearing seat belts, avoiding distracted driving, and consequences of speeding and street racing. Highlights the risk of crashes and emphasizes safety measures.
Infographic for teens with ADHD or autism on driving safety, featuring tips for neurodiverse drivers, such as keeping music low, using scripts, practicing with a trusted adult, and managing sensory sensitivities.
Driving and training recommendations for parents of adolescent drivers with autism, featuring guidelines and QR codes for additional resources.
A document titled 'Driving and Training Recommendations for Teen Drivers with Physical Disabilities' includes information on ADA protections, state driving laws, the necessity of passing a theoretical and practical driving test, and the use of adaptive equipment. It suggests consulting a doctor and taking assessments with specialists before starting lessons. It provides driving tips and resources, including QR codes linking to information about disabled driving, adapted licenses, and safe driving guidance for teens. A wheelchair symbol and a photo of a driver's license are depicted.
Informational flyer on guiding differently-abled teens in driving, including tips for parents of teens with autism and ADHD, advice on vehicle accessibility, driver assessment, and rehabilitation resources.
Text reading "It’s important to talk about the #RulesForTheRoad with teens because..." with T4CIP logo.
Infographic titled 'Healthcare Provider Driving and Training Recommendations for Adolescents with Autism' includes guidelines for providers, crash statistics, challenges, strengths, and resources with QR codes for further reading.

#RulesForTheRoad Teen Driving Safety Webinar | Prevent Child Injury & T4CIP

This webinar is part of T4CIP's #RulesForTheRoad Teen Driving Safety Day of Action and Prevent Child Injury's Teen Driver Safety Outreach Week. Learn about the fundamentals of teen driving safety from experts:

  • Dr. Flaura Winston (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia)

  • Dr. Federico Vaca (University of California Irvine)

  • Devin Burke (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)

  • Dom Tiberi (Maria’s Message)

Animated character in lab coat with text: "Recognizing these needs will help teens... Have a safer driving experience, Be more confident on the road." Green background with thumbs-up icons.

This video walks parents and caregivers through how to navigate teaching children with ADHD/ADD how to drive.


Click here to watch/download.