RACQ is taking road safety lessons out of the classroom and into the family car after new research revealed many parents feel stressed and unprepared to teach learner drivers.
The study highlights the pressure parents face, with many admitting they fear being in a crash and struggle to stay calm, confident and constructive during driving lessons.
RACQ coaching and development specialist, Tiffany Boyd, said while learning to drive is a major milestone for young Queenslanders, it can be daunting for parents guiding them.
“Parents tell us they feel unprepared to take on the role of instructor, yet they play a critical role in teaching young Queenslanders how to drive,” Boyd said.
Drivers aged 16 to 24 are up to 60 percent more likely to be involved in a serious crash than older motorists.
The research found confidence drops in high-pressure situations, with 44 per cent unsure how to respond in a crash and 35 per cent struggling with distracting passengers.
