Oregon is infamous for its heavy rainstorms. They’re just a part of life in this neck of the woods—and they can alter how you behave on the road. If your teen is going to be a safe and skilled driver, they need to know how to drive in any and all conditions, whether it’s wind, snow, rain, or even just nighttime driving—so take them out for driving sessions in these conditions so they can pick up valuable experience and receive guidance on hazards that could arise.
There are plenty of ways to drive during hazardous weather without overwhelming your teen right off the bat. Instead of taking your teen to a busy freeway during a snowstorm, let them feel things out in an empty, snow-covered parking lot or on quiet neighborhood streets. This will eliminate extra stimulation and busyness on the road and allow them to focus on how their car handles on wet, snowy, or slushy roads. Plus, they’ll be able to test out the brakes without any nervous or angsty drivers behind them.
The more prepared your teen is for a variety of driving scenarios, the more confidence they will have and the safer they will be. Expose them to different driving conditions, and empower them with driving confidence!