On Thursday afternoon, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine will announce the launch of an innovative driver assessment program that uses new technology to better equip Ohio's new drivers with critical skills to safely navigate Ohio's roads and help Ohio make data-driven improvements to its overall driver's education curriculum.

In 2018, a total of ­­136 drivers ages 16 to 25 were killed in traffic crashes in Ohio and more than 17,000 young drivers were injured.