The New Zealand government finally came to its senses yesterday. They announced that they are seriously considering raising the driving age to 17.
Many years too late I think!
Last year young drivers aged 15 to 17 were responsible for one third of all deaths from road accidents in New Zealand - 120 deaths out of a total of 400!!!!!!!!!!!
They interviewed lots of 15 and 16 year olds on the TV news last night. They all thought they were safe drivers! Good job they cannot vote at 15!
R had an accident on her way to school this morning. A 16 year old rear-ended the car in traffic. The cars were damaged but noone is hurt. The boy was in one of her classes yesterday! He will have a huge repair bill.
A good lesson for J to see being a young driver on the road can be an expensive luxury!
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