Risky driving among Australian teens: Longitudinal Study of Australian Children (LSAC) Annual Statistical Report 2018: chapter 6
In 2016, when aged 16–17, LSAC study teenagers were asked about their experiences of risky driving. At this age, many would be expected to be learning to drive, or just starting to drive independently. Using their responses, this report provides a snapshot of adolescents’ risky driving behaviours, with comparisons made between learner, provisional and unlicensed drivers. Four main types of risky driving are examined: (1) speeding; (2) driving when fatigued; (3) driving when affected by alcohol or illegal drugs; and (4) driving without a seatbelt/helmet. Characteristics associated with the engagement in risky driving behaviours are also examined, as are experiences of being a passenger of a driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Corporate Authors:
Australian Institute of Family Studies
Melbourne, Victoria -
Authors:
- VASSALLO, S
- Publication Date: 2019-12
Language
- English
Media Info
- Pagination: 12p
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Behavior; Drivers; Drugged drivers; Drunk driving; Fatigue (Physiological condition); Passengers; Recently qualified drivers; Risk taking; Seat belt use; Speeding; Young adults
- Geographic Terms: Australia
- ATRI Terms: Drink driving; Driver behaviour; Drug driving; Human fatigue; Learner driver; Novice driver; Passenger; Restraint usage; Risk taking; Speeding; Young driver
- Subject Areas: Passenger Transportation; Safety and Human Factors;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 01728003
- Record Type: Publication
- Source Agency: ARRB Group Limited
- Files: ITRD, ATRI
- Created Date: Jan 27 2020 9:33AM