In October, the Kansas City Police Department will be organizing a comprehensive and free driver training program.This initiative is specifically tailored for new and soon-to-be drivers, as well as their parents or guardians. The primary goal of the program is to effectively minimize the occurrence of serious and fatal accidents involving teenage drivers. Notably, this program is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and the University of Missouri.The program is a comprehensive and interactive 90-minute evidence-based traffic safety program designed for both parents and teens. It has been developed by ThinkFirst Missouri in collaboration with MoDOT’s Traffic and Highway Safety Division. Extensive research has shown that teens who have parents who establish clear rules and provide guidance in a supportive manner are significantly less likely to be involved in car crashes and are also less prone to engaging ...