Advertisement Experts differ as to solutions. One camp calls for increased limitation of teenage access to motor vehicles, citing high accident rates for young drivers. As enthusiasts, we believe most Americans, barring criminal behavior, should retain the privilege of driving a car. After all, cars aren't going away anytime soon, and traffic cops can only be so many places at one time.
Mobility holds the key to our diverse economy.
Because of this, we need drivers who understand the dynamics of motor vehicles before they get behind the wheel. And the truth is, America often does a woefully inept job of educating her drivers. In this, our third installment, we'll take a closer look at the driver's ed dilemma in America. We'll also explore some alternative solutions, such as a controversial driver training course that intentionally teaches students to drive cars fast, spin their tires over slick pavement and then apply that knowledge to their everyday driving. First, though, let's examine traditional American driver training.