Handing Over the Keys: Choosing a Safe, Affordable Car for Your Teen

In the promo picture, I'm pictured with my granddad at age 16 with my first car, a Dodge Spirit. I remember what it meant to have those keys. My first time to drive was to the Lauderdale County High School football field to practice my kicking. Now, as a dad, I can appreciate that milestone from a parent’s perspective, too. Tonight, I’m welcoming Sean Tucker, managing editor at Kelley Blue Book, for “Handing Over the Keys: Choosing a Safe, Affordable Car for Your Teen.” We’ll discuss safety features families should prioritize, buying new versus used, and Kelley Blue Book’s 2026 recommendations, including options under $10,000. It’s a practical conversation for families preparing for a young driver’s first car. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ If shows like this are why you follow The Mark White Show, I’d appreciate your vote in the Top Host competition. This opportunity could help me recognize more difference-makers, share overlooked stories, and connect people with help. You can cast one free vote every 24 hours, and no donation is required. If you choose to donate for additional votes, funds raised through the competition help support the Ryan Seacrest Foundation through a grant from AIT. The foundation creates interactive media studios in children’s hospitals nationwide. Thank you for supporting the work I care so much about! VOTE: tophost.org/2026/mark-white-3