As a teen, probably the worst possible situation to be in is one in which you have to tell your friend to stop doing something. Distraction from friends has been all over the news lately as a huge factor in teen crashes, but as this video demonstrates, passengers are also in a position to encourage their friends to drive safely, daunting as the prospect may be. Saying something as simple as, "Sorry to be such a [insert current slang term for "boring person"], but can you slow down?" can be all it takes to avoid tragedy. 

Anyone who has a teenager in their lives that they love should take the time to watch this video (and then tie up the teenager you love and make them watch it): Teenage Driver Safety Campaign. As the campaign says, teens should never be afraid to "speak up to slow down."

Parents should discuss with their teens the dangers associated with speeding. Drivers must slow down. They are responsible for the safety of anyone in that vehicle. Passengers need to "speak up" when they feel uncomfortable in a vehicle. Life can change in an instant. There are no second chances. SPEED KILLS!