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Each day, more than 9,000 new driver's licenses are issued to 16- and 17-year-olds nationwide, the very same age group that is at greatest risk for marijuana use, and a 2005 survey reveals that these teens say that cars are the second most popular place for smoking marijuana. The Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) is partnering with driving schools and other leading health, safety and youth-serving organizations to warn parents of the prevalence and dangers of drugged driving and to provide information to help teens "Steer Clear of Pot." More >>
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Tips for parents of new drivers
Talk to your kids about drugged driving. This site includes a quiz for parents. -
Download or order "Steer Clear" resources
View or order "Steer Clear" brochures, posters, post cards, and more. -
Steer Clear Fact Sheet
This resource provides a summary of data and other facts on marijuana's harmful effects on teen drivers. -
Teen Matte Article
This article provides information for parents and teens on the risks associated with marijuana use and driving stoned. Also available in PDF. -
“Steer Clear of Pot” Teen Postcard (PDF)
This postcard for teens highlights the harmful effects of marijuana and how the drug impairs judgment, reaction time and other driving abilities. -
“Steer Clear of Pot” Teen Poster (PDF)
This poster for teens features the dangers of drugged driving. -
“Teach Teens to Steer Clear of Pot” Car Glovebox Card (PDF)
This card for teens contains messages about the risks of marijuana-impaired driving, resources for teens and a space on the back for emergency contact numbers. -
“Top 10 Tips For Teen Drivers” (PDF)
This collection of safe driving tips was developed by GEICO and the Media Campaign to help teens become responsible, drug-free drivers. -
Steer Clear Tips for Parents
This article provides parents with tips on how to keep their driving age teen away from marijuana. -
“Can I Borrow the Car?” Brochure (PDF)
This informative brochure for parents of new teen drivers was developed by GEICO and the Media Campaign and provides tips on how to encourage drug-free driving. -
To help your organization in disseminating the “Steer Clear of Pot” message, the Media Campaign is providing resources for parents and teens on their Web sites, TheAntiDrug.com and Freevibe.com, respectively.
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