Make A Difference Minute: Safety First, Choosing a Car for Your Teen

On this Make a Difference Minute, Sean Tucker, Managing Editor at Kelley Blue Book, shares what parents should look for when purchasing a safe, affordable vehicle for a teen driver. From anti-lock brakes and stability control to independent crash-test ratings, Sean explains why safety should remain a priority, even when shopping for an older used vehicle. Kelley Blue Book has identified vehicles meeting its safety criteria across several price ranges, including options under $10,000. Find the Best Cars for Teens recommendations at KBB.com. This Make a Difference Minute is brought to you by Premier Structures, Inc., a proud community partner of The Mark White Show. We appreciate their support as we continue sharing stories of encouragement, service, and people making a difference in their communities. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️ ___________________________________ If segments 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