Statistically they're safe drivers, but people over 75 are caught in a world that's moving faster as their reflexes are slowing down.
But what's the answer? Do we make it harder for them to keep their licenses or change the rules so it's easier for them to stay safe on the roads?
Now, under controversial new plans, more people over 75 will be on our roads for longer. The suggestions include replacing ‘Give way’ signs with green and red arrows; dedicated merging lanes becoming common place and bigger; and better designed signs added to our road networks to specifically help older drivers.
A new study by the Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety Queensland suggesting governments should modify road rules to suit the elderly's diminishing ability.
But former MP Peter Lawlor says “The independence and convenience of an older driver shouldn't outweigh the safety of the community - and it's just that simple,”
Dr Mark King from Carrs-Q believes older drivers are more likely than middle-aged or younger drivers to have a crash at intersections with stop or give way signs.
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