Three years of graduated driver licensing (GDL) in Manitoba have resulted in 1,217 fewer injuries and 3,724 fewer collisions involving young drivers, according to the latest statistical review, Infrastructure and Transportation Minister Ron Lemieux and Attorney General Dave Chomiak announced recently.
The findings follow a 2005 examination of 15½ to 19-year-old novice drivers that shows the GDL program is meeting all of its intended policy goals and creating a safer learning environment for young Manitobans.
"We're very encouraged by what we have seen over the last three years," said Lemieux. "Before GDL was introduced, we knew that novice drivers were more than three times as likely to be involved in collisions as experienced drivers. This report suggests that GDL is helping young drivers reduce injuries and gain driving experience in Manitoba."
View the entire press release for statistics and more information.