Video: Taylor Swift SNL spoof mocks bad parent drivers
Consumer Reports News: November 13, 2009 03:46 PM
Teens deservedly get a lot of flack for distracted driving, especially talking on the cell phone and texting, but they aren't the only ones who engage in bad driving behavior. In a recent Saturday Night Live episode, teen musician Taylor Swift (yes, the same Taylor Swift who swept the Country Music Association Awards Wednesday night) did a very funny sketch on the show about bad parent drivers. In the skit, Taylor plays a 15-year-old who campaigns against her parent's bad driving habits with such topics as "Driving While Arguing with the GPS" and "Driving While Trying to Get Something Out of Your Purse," plus a number of other real life, relatable parent/teen discussions. Check out the clip of the show.
We all know about the dangers of distracted driving and it not only affects teenagers, but all drivers. This is a real danger, even though the skit is thoroughly funny and entertaining, the subject is no joke.
Distracted driving is a national issue that has jumped onto the government stage at the recent Distracted Driving Summit and more states are instituting driving while texting bans. With the addition of Rhode Island this week, there are now 19 states that have enacted bans and another five states will have their laws in place in the coming weeks. Parents are stretched to the limit now more than ever and often multitask in the car to get everything done. However, it is especially important to teach kids good driving habits, remembering that they learn by example.
While the SNL skit brings back flashbacks of the awkward and embarrassing teen years, it also highlights, some driving offenses many of us are guilty of on a daily basis. Let's all have a chuckle, then rededicate ourselves to not making the same mistakes.
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