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Generally, teenagers (it hasn't been that long since I was one myself) are known to drive with less regard to safety than older drivers. There are some who are exceptions. I myself was a very reserved and observant driver, for the most part. I had been in a few accidents as a child, and I know how dangerous cars can be. Even at 15, 16, and perhaps 17, my driving manner was generally good, however my experience was relatively low. Over the years, you will get more experience with many situations that do not often come up in every driving. These are often the situations which make the difference between an accident and a near-miss.
Another thing that contributes to a general wariness of younger drivers is that they tend to be more susceptible to sometimes tasteless and rediculous trends (i.e. rice), and that they often do not have a full appreciation for they're car. Often, unless they have worked very hard for it, a teenager will not realize the full value of a car, much less a very nice car.
Personally, I think all kids should have to work for they're first car, at least to some extent, and that it should be sort of crappy. It can be used as a sort of "starter kit" for car ownership, teaching the person responsibility for the maintenance of the car as well as the operation of it, and they can gain practice/experience in the mean time. Besides, if something does happen, such as an accident, then at least the car can be written off easier. I think that the person should have to work for their second car as well, if they want to have a nicer car. That is just my opinion though, but it is something to consider when you wonder why people often think somewhat less of teenagers on this forum.
"The two seater is being joined in a few weeks by a larger two-plus-two model with a rear seat for munchkins." ~Jim Mateja, Chicago Tribune, in regards to the Z32.
Andrew Janeshek // jnshk@aol.com // 1992 NA 2+2 [Stage 2-ish]
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20:54:23 05/30/03
