There are more and more electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads in Seattle. A lot of parents are thinking about getting their teens electric cars as their first cars because they are quiet, good for the environment, and don’t cost a lot of money. Teen driving Seattle in an electric car, on the other hand, needs new skills and knowledge. At Roadsafe Driving School Seattle, we teach both teens and their parents how electric vehicles (EVs) change the way people drive and what to expect when they get behind the wheel.
Why Families in Seattle Like Electric Cars
Because Seattle cares about the environment and clean energy, electric cars are a popular choice. They don’t pollute the air and save money on gas. Parents also think that EVs are safer and easier for teens to drive because they have fewer moving parts and need less maintenance.
Things Teens Should Know About Driving an EV
Electric cars drive differently than gas cars. Teens should learn:
Acceleration: EVs speed up faster and more smoothly. New drivers need to learn how to control the pedals gently.
Regenerative braking: To slow down the car suddenly, you need to lift off the gas pedal.
Battery range: Teens need to plan their trips and keep an eye on their range, just like they do with gas levels.
Quiet operation: EVs don’t make any noise, so drivers need to be extra careful of people walking and riding bikes.
What Parents Should Think About When It Comes to Costs
Electric cars cost more up front, but families in Seattle often get state tax breaks and lower running costs. Parents can also save money on maintenance because they don’t have to change the oil or stop for gas. But insurance rates can be different, especially for new teen drivers.
Safety features in new electric cars
Most electric vehicles have advanced safety features that are great for keeping teens safe while driving:
Help with keeping your lane
Systems for avoiding collisions
Cameras and sensors for parking
Checking the speed limit
These tools should help, not replace, good driving habits, though. Instructors at Roadsafe teach teens how to use technology while still being aware of what’s going on around them while driving.
How Roadsafe Driving Academy Teaches Teens About EVs
Our teen driving packages get teens ready to drive both regular and electric cars at Roadsafe Driving Academy:
Teen Standard Package: 30 hours in the classroom and 6 hours behind the wheel (no tests).
Teen Essentials Package: $640; includes DOL and knowledge tests.
Teen Advanced Package: $750 for 9 hours of driving and free DOL and knowledge tests.
Teen Super Package: 11 hours of driving and a free DOL and knowledge test.
Our certified teachers show teens how to drive safely and confidently in Seattle’s busy traffic by teaching them the basics of handling an electric vehicle, parking, planning their range, and eco-driving habits.
Final Thoughts
Electric cars are changing the way we drive, and for teens in Seattle, that change starts now. Teens can learn how to drive EVs safely and responsibly with the right training, knowledge, and help from Roadsafe Driving School. Parents can help their teens start driving in a safe and eco-friendly way by choosing an electric car and signing them up for structured lessons.