Akron-area teens will have the opportunity to learn how to make better decisions behind the wheel at Bridgestone’s free “Teens Drive Smart” driving experience.

According to the Department of Transportation, traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the United States. Bridgestone developed Teens Drive Smart to combat this statistic. Participants will receive both classroom and hands-on instruction from professional drivers to instill defensive driving skills and smart decision-making. In contrast to basic rules covered in traditional driver’s education, Teens Drive Smart teaches accident prevention, hazardous weather best practices, and the dangers of distracted driving.

Participants must be between the ages of 15-21 and have a valid driver's license or learner's permit. Attendees with at least 30 hours of driving experience will gain the most benefit.

The event is free to attend, with two sessions offered. Visit Akron.TeensDriveSmart2025.com to register and learn more.

Teens Drive Smart is part of the new Bridgestone Safe Communities program aimed at better protecting communities as they move – whether by car, bike or foot. Akron is the third city to host a Teens Drive Smart event this year, joining Nashville and Houston.

WHEN

Saturday, September 20, 2025

8 a.m. - Session 1 begins

10 a.m. – 12 p.m - Media availability: interviews with Bridgestone, b-roll

12 p.m. - Session 1 ends

1 p.m. - 5 p.m. - Session 2

WHERE

Firestone Stadium

1575 Firestone Pkwy.

Akron, Ohio 44301

WHO

Jonathon Bruhin (Consumer Sales Training Manager, Bridgestone Americas); Teen participants; Professional driving instructors from Real Time who have a variety of motorsports, stunt driving and test track experience

MEDIA CONTACT

Drew Hoffman - drew.hoffman@finnpartners.com

Tagged: 2025 Driving opportunities

Bridgestone to Teach Teens Safe Driving Skills at Firestone Stadium