New drivers tend to be at a higher risk of getting into car accidents as they are still learning the ropes, but teens at a high school in Denver are working to find ways to encourage safe driving habits. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, teens are four times more likely to be involved in crashes than older drivers, making safety a priority for this demographic.

A group of high school juniors from Cherry Creek High School have been working with a driver safety system known as ROVR, which is used in commercial fleets around the world, to see if the advanced technology can help younger drivers. This system tracks teens' driving habits, including dangerous behaviors like speeding, hard braking and rapid acceleration and then ranks participants on a ROVR Scorecard.

"The program still has a few weeks to go, but the results confirm that young drivers can and will adjust their behavior behind the wheel," explained Keaton Skudneski, a junior at Cherry Creek and the leader of the DECA team that developed the ROVR. "… Kids are motivated to drive safer because it is fun to compete with their peers, and they like the rewards program, which provides participants with free gas money."

While good driving practices are key to keeping young motorists safe behind the wheel, the type of vehicle they drive can also contribute. Many new safety features have been introduced over the years, from brake assist and lane departure warning to rearview cameras and new materials to minimize crash impact. Since some of these advancements have been available for a few years, drivers can find used cars that are stocked with safety features. New Jersey State Auto Auction provides a wide selection of makes and models to choose from, and every car on the lot is CARFAX certified as well.