ASA Insurance Discussed College Students and Car Accident Statistics
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SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, October 17, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A top provider of car insurance in Salt Lake City regularly offers advice and information to get drivers and their families safe.
According to a study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, “about 1,825 college students between the ages of 18 and 24 die from alcohol-related unintentional injuries, including motor-vehicle crashes.”
ASA Insurance in Salt Lake City is always looking for ways to promote safe driving for younger drivers by educating them on the dangers they face behind the wheel. While college drinking has become a ritual for many students, it can have serious consequences if the person gets behind the wheel.
Another factor that contributes to car accidents by college students is sleep deprivation. With late-nights spent studying or long trips home on the weekends, sleep deprivation is all too common. Fatigue leads to inattentiveness and a loss of alertness and slower response time. Understandably, this is problematic behind the wheel. Distractions such as texting while driving and talking to other passengers also contribute to accidents.
"We want college students to be aware of the dangers they face when they get behind the wheel of their car," says Creed Anderson of ASA Insurance. "We want to help them make good decisions when they are faced with these issues."
These good decisions begin with saying "no" to getting in the car with someone who has been drinking or giving up the keys when the person drinking is them. It also means not going somewhere after an all-night cram session for a test. Other ways of making responsible decisions to prevent a car accident include riding a bike or walking to class when the driver is not as alert or by choosing a designated driver before a night out.
When college students look for car insurance in Salt Lake City, they’re sure to get better rates if they are accident-free. Each accident they are involved in or every driving citation they receive, their rates can go up.
Making the right decisions about being behind the wheel begins before you set foot in a car. ASA Insurance hopes to encourage young drivers to think about these events and their long-term consequences. College students must also encourage their peers to make smart decisions when it comes to driving. Positive peer pressure can help prevent accidents that are the result of too much alcohol or fatigue from a lack of sleep.
Parents should also be involved in educating and influencing their college student children. Even if your children are no longer living under your roof, parents can still have an impact with their words. It’s important to encourage their kids to make solid decisions about driving. Many students with car insurance in Salt Lake City are still on their parents' insurance plan, a fact that gives them even more influence.
Partying and studying hard are a part of the college experience for most students. At the same time, decisions made now can affect their future, which is why it is important to make responsible decisions in regards to driving to ensure the safety of everyone.
Drivers in Salt Lake City can contact ASA Insurance at any time to learn more about finding effective auto insurance policies for their needs.
Creed Anderson
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