Has anyone used DriveCam for their teen aged driver?

Question

I have two teens beginning to drive now, and I have considered installing DriveCam. I don't see anything else on the market that has the same features as DriveCam. Before I take a $900 leap, I wanted to get some comments from other parents that have some experience with DriveCam.

My kids are very responsible, and so far pretty good drivers, however it is hard to see your mistakes and learn from them. This is purely for feedback, only records if there is an issue. This is not a matter of trust, it is a learning tool.

If you know of any other programs that offer similar safety measures or features, I would love to take a look at them.

I must say... this is the scariest of times!!!

Answer 1

No I have never used it but I have installed alot of gps tracking devises for both my commercial customers as well as for parents with teens.

Trust is one thing but you need to do this in today's world and it will put you as ease..........good job.

Answer 2

I'm afraid Madam, I think that you will have to slow down a little here with such ideas.

Fact : Driving is Not a parental responsibility

It is the responsiblity of the driver, who is infact a matured person of 16 +, and the Police's job to protect drivers on the roads.

However, I can understand your concerns regarding younger motorists. But more importantly, Have you asked your sons/daughters whether they mind you installing the system.

Without their permission, you may be preaching rights barriers, and they may feel slightly infultrated by the whole concept. I'm not sure whether it is too expensive.

Answer 3

It's a built in "policeman" and will make your kids think twice about doing something irresponsible.

Teens need supervision. That's why we are parents.

You rule!  Do they want to drive?  Tell them to live with it......and they will LIVE..........

I teach driver education and I hear some horror stories from my students about other kids' behaviours behind the wheel when left to their own devices.

Once your child passes his/her driving test, remain in the car with them when they drive until you feel they can drive responsibly on their own. Then allow them to make short trips to develop their confidence and skills.

If you see poor behaviour, you are able to "lift" their driving privilege through the DMV, until they are of legal age.

There are far too many young lives lost due to too much "trust" being placed in their little developing minds.......

As parents, we should take every precaution to protect our children, don't you think?

Kids need to learn that "respect" is earned, not automatically given, the same as "trust".

Baby steps, as in life, are the best way to learn to walk.