This is quite interesting. Imagine that there are two choices: the first one is an eight-year old boy who obey all the traffic rules and drive at the speed limit. The second one is an adult, who never bothers about the traffic rules and always drive under the influence of alcohol. Which one will you prefer?
I'd probably pick the kid in this case. However, it still isn't safe for a kid that young to be driving. Especially since any accident that did occur could become fatal.
I'm also wondering how he was able to reach the pedals and see above the steering wheel at the same time lol. Must have been a tall 8 year old.