Top Cars For College Graduates

March 1, 2017

Graduation season is right around the corner! While younger drivers might be most interested in a car with a sense of style or sportiness, safety should really be the primary consideration. This is due to the high incidence of accidents among youthful drivers.

A study found drivers between 19 and 24 years old cause nearly 30% of the damages related to motor vehicle accidents in the US. This is despite the fact that they represent only 14 percent of the population. With this in mind, let’s take a look at some of the safest cars available on the market today:

• Subcompact
• Small Sedan
• Midsized Sedan
• Full-sized Sedan
• Small SUV

General Tips
When seeking out a car and prioritizing reliability and safety, but wanting to browse a bit more, check out this chart from consumer expert Clark Howard on the vehicle brands that tend to offer the best experiences to owners.