Motor vehicle crashes remain the No. 1 cause of death for adolescents. Teen drivers (ages 16-19) are involved in fatal crashes at four times the rate of adult drivers (ages 25-69).

Many teen driver related injuries and deaths are preventable. In the National Young Driver Survey, 5,665 students shared their views of teen driving. Evidence from this survey supports the important role parents play in raising safe teen drivers.

According to the research, teens who say their parents set rules and pay attention to their activities in a helpful, supportive way are half as likely to be in a crash. Here are some tips from The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia:

- Set clear rules, boundaries, and expectations. Refrain from stating "You will do as I say", explain your reasoning.

- It's about safety, not control. Make sure your teen understands rules are in place for their safety, not to control them. As their skills develop and they become more responsible, introduce new privileges.

- Be responsive. Listen to their concerns and, when appropriate, modify expectations to fit circumstances.

- Recognize their need to become independent. Reward responsible behavior with greater privileges.

- Let them know you can be counted on for help and support. How parents show support may be different from family to family, but it's important that teens know you can be relied upon.

- Pay attention. Know where they are going and why, and discuss how they will get there and when they will return. Provide alternatives to allow them to avoid unsafe driving situations.

-Lead by example. Follow the rules of the road. Always wear a seat belt. Don't talk on a cell phone while driving and don't speed.