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Resources for Parents and Teen Drivers
CADR Foundation:
Our Sister Organization with the mission to expand the scope of teenage driver research to focus on the beliefs and skill deficiencies that contribute to their risk for crashing and use those findings in the development, creation and implementation of resources for producing Higher Standards at the grassroots education and training levels.
Read More by visiting the CADR Foundation website
Empowering Teen Drivers To Succeed On The Road: Why Mindset Matters:
Read the book written by founder Dan Wagner. This book can transform your beliefs about driving, significantly reduce your risk for being involved in a crash, and put you, the driver, in greater control over your safety on the road beyond what any other book has achieved. It is time to empower a new generation to flip the script on the driver’s manual.
Check out Empowering Teen Drivers To Succeed On The Road: Why Mindset Matters on Amazon
See what’s happening at Virginia International Raceway:
While you are in the area, check out other events happening at VIR – VIR Upcoming Events
Read what other people are saying:
Daniel Wagner: guiding drivers
How this driving school applies psychology to teach teens (and their parents) about safer driving
What our parents and students say about us
“Thank you so much for such an amazing and important weekend. In addition to learning a lot about driving alongside the girls, I found it incredibly inspiring to see a leader and team who were living their purpose and calling. The team that you have assembled so clearly share your motivation in the same mission to change future outcomes for every driver you instruct. I’ve spent a lot of time in my career learning about leadership and purpose. You have built one of the most purpose driven organizations I’ve ever seen.”
“My son and I attended recently, and our expectations were far exceeded. It’s not only about becoming a better driver, it’s also about the value of life. We were instructed by racecar drivers, people who know how to handle their cars, how to interact with the road, and how to drive so that everyone arrives safely. My son and I left the course as exponentially better drivers than we came in as. Personally I feel that after 25 years of driving, I now fully understand many driving skills that in the past I have only read about. And my son received years of experience in that one weekend, and more importantly, now has a better understanding of his own skill level. Highly recommended. These people actually care about your teen’s life.”
“My name is Skye and I volunteer for TDSS because I have seen time and time again the positive changes it has made in so many lives. Almost five years ago, I went through the program myself, and it gave me the confidence and skills that I use every time I am on the road. Being someone who went through the program not long ago, I know how these teens feel, and what I can do or say that will help them build their own confidence and skills. I absolutely love what this program stands for and how it helps teens and their communities, and I will be forever grateful for how they helped me.”
“My son Lewis and I took the two day course last month. I had a good idea of what the course would cover but I was shocked at how much more material was actually covered. The behind the wheel driving skills instruction was extremely thorough and each teen has at least 6 hours of in car time. The point of this course is not just helping our kids correct a car on the edge of control loss (or after loss of control) although it does spend a great deal of time working on these skills. The course helps develop attitudes and an awareness to help them prevent getting into trouble in the first place. There is a significant amount of time spent talking about making good decisions and keeping your head in the game while driving.”
“I attended this school recently and I really thought it was worthwhile. I learned many driving techniques that I would have never thought of myself! This school provides a great amount of in-car time, which many other schools do not. The Crown Victoria police cars that the school uses are great to learn the skills on! I have already put my knowledge from this school to good use in avoiding 2-3 crashes. This school goes in depth and really makes sure the students understand everything about controlling a car safely. I have been to other schools that seem to “skim” over important information. Teen Driving Solutions School includes all the important details.”
“My son, Adam, and I went through the class this past Saturday and Sunday and the course content and driving skills were learned were well above my expectations. Adam’s confidence and ability to drive within his limits increased 2 or 3 fold. Knowing what I know now I’d pay twice what I paid, and the ultimate payoff may actually be priceless.”
“We are so very grateful to the whole driving team, instructors, coaches, and everyone that volunteered and donated their time to help save my child’s life. We cannot thank you enough. We will do everything in our power to spread the word about how wonderful and important it is to invest in your children. There is no price tag that you can place on their life. I encourage any parent or teen reading this to please, please consider doing this for the sake of saving a life”