Author/Authors :
Bates, Lyndel J. Queensland University of Technology - Centre for Accident Research Road Safety, School of Psychology Counselling, Australia , Bates, Lyndel J. Griffith University - School of Criminology Criminal Justice, Australia , Davey, Jeremy Queensland University of Technology - Centre for Accident Research Road Safety, School of Psychology Counselling, Australia , King, Mark J. Queensland University of Technology - Centre for Accident Research Road Safety, School of Psychology Counselling, Australia , Armstrong, Kerry Queensland University of Technology - Centre for Accident Research Road Safety, School of Psychology Counselling, Australia
Abstract :
Young drivers are the group of drivers most likely to crash. There are a number of factors thatcontribute to the high crash risk experienced by these drivers. While some of these factors are intrinsic to the young driver, such as their age, gender or driving skill, others relate to social factors and when and how often they drive. This article reviews the factors that affect the risk of young drivers crashing to enable a fuller understanding of why this risk is so high in order to assist in developing effective countermeasures.
Keywords :
Traffic Accidents , Public Health , Accident Prevention , Safety , Automobile Driving , Oman
