Older drivers may be in greater danger than others - ConsumerAffairs

All told, JAMA researchers claim that the risk of a driver aged 75-79 dying in a car crash is 2.5 times higher than someone younger, and five times higher for those aged 80 years or older. Other ... Read More

Mechanic says older motorists must 'stop driving' as they become a 'danger'

Mechanic Scotty Kilmer suggests there comes a point where elderly motorists become a "danger" on the roads and should cease driving. He highlighted the risk of them "start running into things" ... Read More

Expert tells older motorists 'just stop now' due to 'danger' and 'risk'

A prominent car mechanic has issued a stark warning, suggesting that older drivers should consider giving up driving. Scotty Kilmer pointed out that there comes a time when elderly motorists pose a ... Read More

Older drivers ‘more at risk’ of accidents with concerns around ‘frailty’ and ‘tiredness’ - Express.co.uk

Older drivers are “more at risk” of accidents than younger motorists with fatigue and concentration a major concern, according to a leading expert. John Rawlings, consumer editor at carwow has ... Read More

Thousands of older drivers at risk on roads with crashes ‘more harmful’ for elderly - Express.co.uk

Older drivers are more at risk on the roads than younger age groups, with older individuals “more prone to injury in a crash”, according to experts. Officials at the National Highway Traffic ... Read More

U.S. News 360 Reviews Survey Reveals American Drivers’ Worst Habits, Impact of Pandemic and Inflation on Driving Habits | Consumer Insight Studies - U.S. News & World Report

In August 2022, U.S. News & World Report surveyed 2,000 U.S. drivers ages 16 and older to learn more about Americans’ driving habits, how COVID-19 and inflation have impacted their driving ... Read More

Australian road safety data: Seniors at more risk than young drivers | news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site for latest headlines

But a news.com.au poll of more than 18433 votes, 52 per cent said ‘No’ to the question of – Should drivers over 50 be required to refresh their driving skills. Read More

Illinois makes move to eliminate road tests for older drivers - Chicago Tribune

While drivers from the 75-and-over age group tend to drive less than younger motorists, Giannoulias argues the study shows that older drivers do not pose a greater danger on the roads. Read More

Men and older drivers most at risk of car crashes, insurer finds - ABC News - ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

Males drivers made up 54 per cent of crashes on the road. Drivers aged 65 and over were the most likely to be involved in a crash with 26 per cent of claims attributed to that demographic. Read More