Many people across the US are concerned about elderly drivers, and have been for quite some time. Along with drivers under the age of 25, the elderly are more likely to have car accidents due to impaired vision and a slow response time. Those involved in a fatal car crash are also more likely to die because of their frailty. The concern of older drivers has led many to petition for a re-test for elderly drivers. While I do believe this is a good idea, it will seem like age discrimination to many. Therefore, maybe everyone should be forced to re-take his driving test every few years. We are all quite aware of how many poor drivers there are on the roads!
Unfortunately, these rules and regulations don’t exist yet, but in an effort to increase safety, elderly drivers should invest in a backup camera system. It may not do anything to improve their arthritis or quicken their reflexes, but it can help them see better on the road. Of course it may take some getting used to if they’re not familiar with current technology, but it’s a step in the right direction. Talk to the elderly members of your family if it’s safe for them to be driving and if a vehicle backup camera could help.
