Teen Driver Starter Pack (Kansas Families)

What to do before the first drive

• Check tires, brakes, lights, and wipers on the car they’ll actually use.

• Put proof of insurance and registration in the glove box. (or download our mobile app!)

• Add a basic roadside kit (jumper cables, tire gauge, flashlight).

• Bonus: Set up Find My/Location Sharing with agreed boundaries.

Discounts that actually move the needle

• Good Student (ask me about the current GPA rules).

• Defensive Driving course completed.

• Telematics app

• Multi-vehicle/bundle if applicable.

Easy practice routes (weeks 1–4)

• Week 1: Neighborhood loops at off-peak times—turn signals and full stops.

• Week 2: Add a simple highway merge and one roundabout or four-way stop.

• Week 3: Grocery run with parking practice (pull-throughs, back-in).

• Week 4: Night drive with you—headlights, oncoming glare, rural shoulders.

Night driving + rural hazards

• Watch for deer at dusk, especially near tree lines or creek beds.

• Slow before dirt-to-pavement transitions—traction changes fast.

  

• Keep high beams courteous—dim early for oncoming traffic.

• Avoid overcorrecting on gravel; ease off the gas, steer smoothly.

What to text me when your teen gets licensed

Text 620-531-0261 with:

• Teen’s full name and license date

• The vehicle they’ll drive most

• Any driver-training or defensive course certificate

Quick FAQ

• Should we add an umbrella policy? If your teen will drive regularly or others will ride with them, ask me for a quick quote—often low-cost for a big liability bump.

• When should we add them to the policy? As soon as they’re licensed (or sooner if your carrier requires permitted drivers listed).