Honda Teen Defensive Driving Program

Nearly 64 percent of traffic accidents on Ohio roads, the teen driver was found to be at fault.  Most frightening, teenage drivers were involved in nearly 13 percent of all fatal traffic accidents.  The conclusion?  A lack of experience puts young drivers at risk behind the wheel, which can end in tragic results.  The Teen Defensive Driving Program prepares young motorists for real world situations by exposing them to potentially hazardous situations in a safe and controlled environment.  Our philosophy is it's better to teach good, safe driving habits now than break bad habits that could have severe consequences later.  This is accomplished in a one-day course.

Mid-Ohio Teen Defensive Driving Program Schedule

Drive Smart offers a 1 day, 6 hour session with an advanced presentation on the dynamics of driving.  This is with the Skid Car in an empty, protected environment.  The student learns how to perform many driving exercises, demonstrations on seat & hand position, proper mirror adjustment & use and seat belt use.  

Cost: $299 for 6 hours of training, and lunch

How It Works

Slalom Exercise:

Slalom Exercise.

Students experience the drastic weight transfer which occurs during speedy direction changes . This is a moderate speed, straight line exercise, 10-15mph

Wet Braking/Steering Exercise:

Wet Braking/Steering Exercise.

Students are taught how to steer and brake effectively under less than perfect road conditions. They are trained to control the car and maintain the ability to steer while heavily braking at a speed of 25-30 mph

Emergency Lane Change Exercise:

Emergency Lane Change Exercise.

This exercise simulates highway or any multi-lane accident avoidance scenario. Students are taught how to steer rather than brake to avoid a collision. This drill is to educate the student on maintaining the balance of the car, especially at higher rates of speed (30-35 mph).

Spin Avoidance Exercise:

Spin Avoidance Exercise.

The skid car is designed to simulate the limited traction scenerios that occur during adverse weather conditions. Students experience the loss of control during this drill and are taught  to avoid over or under-steering. 15-20 mph drill.