Gadget in your Teen's car could cut risky driving
NCT ID NCT04317664
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether an in-vehicle device that gives real-time feedback on driving, plus optional parent communication training, can reduce risky driving and traffic violations among teens who recently got a moving violation. 240 teens aged 16-17 with a valid Ohio license and access to a compatible car and smartphone took part. The device tracked hard braking, speeding, and other unsafe behaviors.
What this could mean
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Active substance
In-vehicle driving feedback device and smartphone app
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help reduce car crashes and traffic violations among high-risk teen drivers.
What could go wrong
This is a completed Phase 3 trial, but results may not apply to all teens or regions. The device only works in cars made after 1996 and requires a smartphone.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio, 43205, United States