Exhibit Urges Teens To Be Safer Drivers (NAPSA)—In a recent survey, 59 percent of parents said drivingrelated issues were their number one worry where their teenagers are concerned. Thirty-nine percent said driving safety was oneof their top worries. That was higher than the 31 percent who named drug abuse or 17 percent who named alcohol abuse. Twenty-five percent of parents worried most about car crashes, which was higher than the 13 percent who named pregnancyor sexually transmitted diseases and 11 percent who named violent crime. Parents apparently have good reason for these worries. According to the National Highway Traffie Safety Administration, half of newly licensed teens are involved in an accident within their first yearof driving. To address this issue, DuPont is teaming up with four-time NASCAR Winston Cup Champion Jeff Gordon on a nationwide auto safety tour urging teens to “Get Real Behind the Wheel.” The exhibit will make more than 20 appearances in 11 cities at teen-friendly summerconcerts, NASCAR?events, fairs, festivals and other venues. Teens can test their skills in hazardous driving conditions using a specially designed DriveSafety simulator, housed within a 45-foot “Get Real Behind the Wheel”trailer. In addition to the simulator, the traveling exhibit includes interactive displays showcasing the contributions of DuPont science to auto safety. Participants Pointers From a Pro— NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon and DuPont have teamed up on an auto-safety tour urging teens to “Get Real Behind the Wheel.” can witness a “batters-up” type of demonstration of shatter-resistant glass, learn how head-up display systems allow drivers to keep their eyes on the road and see an air bag inflate and deflate without having to have an accident. Teens can also have their picture taken with Gordon's likeness and an actual DuPont #24 show car, and receive “Get Real Behind the Wheel”t-shirts, temporary armband tattoos, safety flashlight key chains andlicense plate holders. “Tm proud to have been part of the DuPont team for more than 10 years,” Gordon said. DuPontis also a sponsorof his racing team. Teens who can’t experience “Get Real Behind the Wheel” in person can log onto http:/Avww.dupont.com and click on the “Get Real” icon. To receive Gordon's Top 10 Teen Driving Tips, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Tips, DuPont, 1007 Market Street, Room D- 11069, Wilmington, DE 19898.
