Paving the Way: Insights from Recent Driver's Education Study Uncovers Key Opportunities for Parents and New Drivers

A new Progressive Insurance survey reveals that young drivers felt more empowered when they spent more time practicing behind the wheel.

MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio, Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its commitment to driving progress on the road, Progressive Insurance^® surveyed 513 new drivers aged 18 to 25 who got their license in the last five years to understand what was most effective in preparing them for the road. The results suggest that the key to building driver confidence and competency is supervised practice time. Experts say that more hours practicing behind-the-wheel with either a professional instructor or a licensed adult is essential to improving safety rates for teen drivers.

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