CDOT Teams Up With Uber For $15 Holiday Party Code To Reduce DUIs Across Colorado

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DENVER (CBS4)- If current trends continue, this could be the deadliest year on Colorado roads in nearly two decades. And that has some worried as we head into the holiday celebrating season.

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The Colorado Department of Transportation has seen a 15% increase in DUI traffic deaths this year.

On Friday, CDOT, Uber, and Argonaut Liquors teamed up for the "Ultimate Party Host" campaign. They handed out $15 Uber ride credits to Argonaut customers as they came in to stock up for those holiday parties.

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Riders can share the code HOLIDAYSAFE2 with their guests to make sure they get home safely.

"No party host wants to host a party that ends in tragedy, that's why it's so important to get these codes to keep your friends and family safe," said CDOT Traffic Safety Communication Manager Sam Cole.

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The campaign has already handed out $10,000 worth of ride credits. They can be used anywhere in Colorado this month.