Safe Driving Tips for Teens

WESTLAND, Mich. - New drivers are always a concern when you're on the road, especially when the weather is not ideal. That's why it's necessary to make young drivers aware of how important a safety belt can be and how distractions on the road are extremely risky. To help make them aware, we've compiled a few safe driving tips for teens to help keep them focused on the road and out of harms way.

According to data gathered by Ford Motor Company, more than half of teens say that they become easily distracted by others in the car. This could be anything from actual passengers to phone conversations to texting friends. Teens are believed to look away from the road for longer and more frequent periods of time than more experienced drivers, which can often result in severe injury or worse. So make your teens aware of how dangerous distracted driving can be.

Also, teens often get excited about having passengers and/or driving their friends around. Make your teens aware that, by law, they are only allowed a certain number of passengers in their vehicle. Then stress to them the importance of not losing focus when they are on the road.

One good way to discourage distracted driving habits is to set a good example! Put your phone away, only take important calls, and use hands-free technology when possible - all of this will set a good example of how your teen should be driving.

Another way to encourage safety through example is wearing your seat belt! Ford data revealed that 78 percent of teens wear a safety belt while driving, but there is still a percentage that doesn't. Make your teens aware of how effective seat belts are - not to mention, let them know it's against the law to not wear one. By requiring your kids to buckle up the minute they get in the car, you'll get them into the habit of wearing it all the time. By making it habit, they'll most likely continue to buckle up when they have their own vehicle. 

While we hope these safe driving tips for teens help ease your mind about your young driver being on the road, we can also help you find a car with a great safety rating and safety features. So stop by our Ann Arbor Ford Dealer today and let us help you find a vehicle that is both safe, and affordable. North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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How Ford Protects You From Car Theft

WESTLAND, Mich. - If you're a car thief, business is about to get really slow. Ford has created and installed various anti-theft technologies into its vehicles that make stealing a car extremely difficult. In fact, the FBI has recently released data that says the number of vehicles stolen is plummeting, thanks to new technology found in vehicles.

So how is Ford protecting you from car theft? One important technology that Ford has installed in your car is the SecuriCode Keyless Entry. SecuriCode Keyless Entry is a great technology that makes things easy and convenient for you and difficult for people with bad intentions. This technology allows you to avoid time spent fumbling and looking for keys, as you can just enter your programmed five-digit code into the driver's side keypad. Only the right code will send a signal to the wiring system in your engine, allowing the vehicle to start.

This is a great safety feature since it cuts the time that you are outside of your car trying to get in. Car thefts can happen in a moment's notice when you're fumbling for your keys, as your focus is not on your surroundings. The SecuriCode lets you quickly enter the code and hop in your vehicle, all the while keeping your attention on what's going on around you.

Now that you know just one of the many ways in which Ford protects you from car theft, it's important to know that there are still precautionary measures you should take. Even the most secure technology won't protect you or your car if you aren't cautious. Here are a few quick tips:

1. NEVER leave your keys in the ignition. Even if you are just running into the store for a second, it only takes a second to jump in your car and drive off.
2. Always lock your vehicle. Locking your Ford activates the lock security systems.
3. Don't leave valuables in plain sight.  If your purse or laptop bag is clearly visible, the thief has more motivation to break into your vehicle.
4. Trust your gut and use common sense. Always try to stay in well-lit areas and avoid parking behind dumpsters, large vehicles, or anything that could keep people nearby from spotting your car.

If you still don't feel safe, stop by our Romulus Area Ford Dealership today and we can discuss additional security features or alarm systems that are available for your vehicle. We also have a large selection of New Ford Cars or Certified Pre-Owned Cars For Sale with great safety features. North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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