My nephew is 16 and just starting driving. He's mostly in a '94 Accord. He's a very cautious kid with a very nervous mom so anything considered racing is going to be a non-starter. Are there any driver's ed programs or training events happening within the next six months - beyond the typical drivers ed-- I'm thinking like defensive driving or things to get to know your car better. I'm not around the area anymore so I can't really be of assistance at all. Also, she wouldn't ever let him ride in my Z4 because it's "too sporty" -- even (or especially) with his dad driving.
Oddly specific, I know, but I *want* him to like driving and maybe take it up as a hobby, apparently
I know the Kansas City Region SCCA host Street Survival schools, but I suspect they're all on hold with Covid. Here's a link to their program if you want to reach out and see if they have anything planned. https://www.kcrscca.org/tire-rack-street-survival-school/
I believe the Kansas City BMWCCA chapter also held street survival schools.
Consider also taking him to an autocross event. Since they are typically slow and boring it should not raise to many red flags with momma :-)
Check DrivingsSkillsForLife.com to see if Ford is coming to the area. The school is free!
ddavidv
PowerDork
11/20/20 5:57 a.m.
By far the best teen driving school out there. I volunteered with them for a few years.
PutOnTheBrakes.org
