Persuasive Essay On Driving Age

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Some people have different views on driving age. Some think it should be raised, some think it should stay the same. Having 16 year old drivers offer many inconveniences. The current driving age should be raised from the age of 16, because of fatalities, teens having trouble focusing, and the skills of the teenage driver. Driving is dangerous to teens. “States are making progress in reducing the number one killer among teens, motor vehicle crashes.” (Gregory) The fatality rates of vehicle crashes are high. Studies show that vehicle crashes kill 5,000 teens a year. 18 per 100,000 16 to 17 year olds crash in New Jersey. (Gregory) Having teens drive is a hazard to teens. Some student drivers have to start driving with no knowledge on driving