New study tests whether online lessons cut teen car crashes

NCT ID NCT06413927

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether online driver training can help reduce crash risk for new teen drivers. Researchers will enroll 1,300 adolescents aged 16-17 in Pennsylvania who have a learner's permit. Participants will complete online safety education or skills training, and their driving will be tracked via a smartphone app to measure hard braking, phone use, and crashes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Online driver safety and skills training programs
What this could lead to: If effective, these online training programs could help reduce crashes and risky driving among newly licensed teens.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study measuring behaviors, not a treatment. Results may not apply to all teens or guarantee fewer crashes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

injury Risk Reduction Behavior

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ACCIDENT, TRAFFIC DEVELOPMENT, ADOLESCENT INJURIES RISK REDUCTION BEHAVIOR

Contacts and locations

Locations

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
RECRUITING

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19146, United States

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