> > What do you think about this:
> > In Hawaii, it is illegal for anyone under 18 to drive, even if they have a valid driver's license in another state. Comments?
> > Howard

I believe that the law is similar in NYC (although I could be wrong). It makes a lot of sense to me there - loads of traffic, crazy drivers. A higher driving age makes for fewer drivers, if nothing else. However, I'm not sure I understand the reasoning for it in Hawaii.

>A 16-18 year old licensed driver from another state should be alowed to retest and obtain a Hawaiian license. This test could be more stringent than the standard test, since the driver is younger. It would, therefore, most likely only be worth it for new residents, as who would want to worry about studying and scheduling time to test during their weeklong vacation.
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> Tra "just a thought" nio

Well, that brings up a couple of interesting points. First of all, how would you feel as a 17 year old who's lived in Hawaii all your life, having a 16 year old move into town and they're allowed to get a licsence, but you aren't?

On the other hand, who's to say that a 18 year old with little driving experience is going to be a better driver than a 17 year old who moves in with a year of driving experience? Where's the line between driving experience and life experience.

So, to answer Howard's question, I have mixed feelings about all of this.

Luisa