Older Drivers Task Force News Today

What are the factors that might make older drivers more of a risk on the roads? We answer your most pressing questions

In Japan, which is also aging rapidly, tech was at the forefront of the government’s plan to restrict driving to elderly drivers, as Japanese economic newspaper Nikkei reported. During summer 2019, the idea was to limit older drivers to safety-enhanced vehicles, which are equipped, for instance, wit...

As life expectancy continues to rise, the question of road safety for older drivers has become a priority for governments and carmakers. From AI and deep-learning tech to voluntary retirement, here are some of the innovative solutions being explored to ensure older people can drive safely.

Given that we’re living – and driving – longer, experts say major improvements to infrastructure are needed, but it’s not that simple...

A task force has recommended assessments of driving skills should be offered to older people as an alternative to prosecution for careless driving.

Over-70s should be made to take fitness to drive tests and eye exams instead of being hit with points on licence, says task force

The Older Drivers Task Force said in a report that assessments of driving skills should be offered to all motorists aged 70 and above who are caught committing offences.