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What is the Safest Car for New Drivers?

teenagers in a car
 

After years of travels on the Lexington roads, many drivers know exactly what they want out of a new vehicle. But, what about cars for new drivers? Whether buying your first car or purchasing a car for your teen driver, finding the best options for new drivers can be tricky. Luckily, Jack Burford Chevrolet,inc. has a great selection of options that offer terrific performance, top-notch safety, and affordable prices. Take a look at the best cars for new drivers below, and start planning your test drive in Richmond!

 

IIHS Safest Car for New Drivers

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety releases an annual list of recommendations for teen drivers, which tops 150 different models. As a nonprofit and independent operation, the IIHS sets the standard in the automotive industry as a trusted name in vehicle research. Two of the best used cars for new drivers were:

 

  • Chevrolet Traverse (large SUV): Model year of 2011 and newer 
2021 Chevy Traverse Safety
  • Chevrolet Equinox (small SUV): Model year of 2016 or newer
2021 Chevy Equinox driving on a city street

 

Both models are budget-friendly SUVs with prices typically well under $15,000 – and our new vehicle specials and pre-owned vehicle specials can sweeten the deal even more.

Chevrolet Safety Features

Safety technology gets better and better every year, and Chevrolet is on the cutting edge of innovation – so it’s no surprise that Chevrolet makes some of the best used cars for new drivers. Here are just some of the features you can expect on your Chevy:

  • Teen Driver: Chevy’s exclusive Teen Driver technology not only protects new drivers on the Winchester roads, but it also helps to teach good habits during travel. From seat belt alerts to in-vehicle report cards, this smart system is a must-have feature in cars for new drivers.
  • Driver Assistance Features: Active safety features like forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control actively watch the roads to help prevent collisions from ever occurring.
  • Hands-Free Technology: From hands-free Bluetooth to Chevrolet MyLink with voice activation, you’ll never have to take your hands off the wheel to enjoy the smart features onboard your new vehicle.

Explore the Best Used Cars for New Drivers

So, what is the safest car for new drivers in London? At Jack Burford Chevrolet,inc., we’d be happy to help you find the best options on the market today. Contact us with any questions or stop by Richmond for a test drive. Prefer to shop online? Our Online Shopper has everything you need to shop, buy, and finalize your deal!

 

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