I am not only saying this because I am a teen but they keep pushing back the ages and I also agree with Karen that kids get jobs at 16 and need to drive.

In New Jersey, you get your learners permit at 16 and a licensed driver needs to be in the car with you. At 17, you don't need a licensed driver driving with you anymore and you can drive ONE family member and ONE other person. At 18, you can drive any number of people you want. If you pass the proper test I don't see why your age matters. Making arguments like "they aren't mature enough" seems a little silly. It really depends on the person. In this situations, the good ones have to suffer because of immature people. Not all teenagers would do that and I'm sure the driving teachers can tell if a person is to immature to drive during the 6 hour tests. Making generalizations is really stupid.