Was the other driver Betty White?
Rules varies from state to state. No provisions I heard of of senior citizens getting retested in an actual driving exam. In Florida, seniors need to pass a vision test if you are driving past age 80. Some states there is not even a vision test. Just show up at the DMV and get your picture retaken at the DMV office. Don't smile.I think you should have to pass a driving test to keep you license past a certain age(maybe 65?). I know people in their 80's who are more physically able to drive than people in their 60's. It shouldn't just be automatic that you can't drive when you reach a certain age. Maybe have more frequent testing as you get older. Maybe have a driving test at 65 and then 70, 75, 80, 81, 82, 83.....
It's insane IMO, to think it's okay to take someones drivers license (or anything else) away just because of their age. Some folks at 60 shouldn't be driving, others at 97+ "may" still be able to drive safely. Personally I do think it would be "reasonable" to require an annual drivers test after a certain age. (Maybe it should start at 75 or 80) Testing could be more than just driving too. But as long as they can pass the test(s) they should be allowed to drive.
If we are going to start thinking about taking away privileges/rights due to impairments of age, let's start with those who work in Washington DC...
I totally disagree!! There are people of ALL ages that should not be driving. I see them every day.. And we shouldn’t let 97 year olds drive either. Licenses should be stripped at age 80 - tops. 24/7?
+1I totally disagree!! There are people of ALL ages that should not be driving. I see them every day.
By the way, I just turned 80, and passed my flight review. I also piloted a P-51 to celebrate my birthday.
Licenses should be stripped at age 80 - tops.
My Uncle was driving at age 96. Passed the yearly tests every year 1st time. Which is better than some new drivers.
He died before hitting 97.
I totally disagree!! There are people of ALL ages that should not be driving. I see them every day.
By the way, I just turned 80, and passed my flight review. I also piloted a P-51 to celebrate my birthday.
I think those caught texting while driving should not be driving.
That's why the DMV is not going there. Lawsuits for sure.Taking someone's license JUST because of their age is discrimination.
And discrimination is not ok.