From DW REV – Cars & Mobility.

You’re not touching the steering wheel, so you’re not responsible for a crash… right? Think again. Passengers can make drivers safer — or far more dangerous. Here’s the science behind how YOU can save lives from the passenger seat.

00:00 What Makes the Ideal Passenger?
00:38 How to Help Your Driver
00:48 Riding Shotgun Isn’t Just for Fun
01:12 The True Meaning of “Riding Shotgun”
01:51 Passengers Influence Driver Safety
02:25 The Science Behind Passenger Impact
03:26 Teen Drivers and Risky Passengers
04:04 Why Young Men Crash More With Male Friends
05:26 Why Female Passengers Make Roads Safer
06:15 The Power of the Parental Passenger
07:06 Younger Passengers That Improve Safety
07:25 Couples in Cars: Myth vs Reality
08:52 Why Drivers Crash With Passengers
09:54 The Role of the Active Passenger
10:16 Lessons from a Dakar-Winning Co-Driver
11:18 Golden Rules for Safer Passengers
12:09 Campaigns That Saved Lives
12:45 Who Is the Perfect Co-Pilot?
13:08 Think Before You Call Shotgun

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REV – The Global Auto and Mobility Show from Deutsche Welle

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