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Almost half of teen drivers in the US don’t know how to check their tires for wear or proper pressure. Results from a study conducted by Michelin North America showed that teens aren’t getting basic vehicle maintenance training in state driver training courses or from their parents. Basic maintenance checks on tires, windshield wipers, fluid levels, and lights are an important part of driving safety yet the study shows that:

• 27% of teens never check the condition of their tires.
• 44% of teens don’t know how to check the tire tread for wear.
• 29% don’t know how to check the oil.
• 57% don’t know how to change the windshield wipers. Continue Reading