> It's not like the typical driver's ed is some expensive defensive driving course taught by an ex race car driver. This is a common misunderstanding of what i

> It's not like the typical driver's ed is some expensive defensive driving course taught by an ex race car driver. This is a common misunderstanding of what is really needed in driver education to improve the average driver. The average American driver really lacks a lot of skills and a clear understanding of optimal driving behavior. Driving on public roads should be optimized for safety, but most drive as if it ought to be optimized for speed. It would be a good improvement if all drivers were required to take a Smith system or similar defensive driving course annually in order to retain their license.