A Wayne State University interdisciplinary research team in the Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has made a surprising discovery: older, more mature motorists—who typically are better drivers in ...
Other
Dec 18, 2014
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Time is ticking for baby boomers, with many older drivers fearing the day they hand over their license as a day they will lose their independence.
Social Sciences
Mar 26, 2014
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Paying extra bucks to "go green" in a hybrid car may pay off in self-esteem and image for older drivers, as well as give a healthy boost to the environment, according to a Baylor University study.
Energy & Green Tech
Oct 10, 2013
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In the past fortnight in Melbourne there have been four high profile traffic accidents involving older drivers. Inevitably there have been calls for mandatory testing for older drivers.
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Jul 18, 2013
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A new study from the Human Factors Safety Laboratory at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) indicates that advanced age does not affect older drivers' ability to perceive hazards and that older drivers are more sensitive ...
Social Sciences
May 26, 2010
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Kansas State University researchers are discovering the challenges aging creates for drivers.
Social Sciences
Apr 15, 2010
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Silver could take on a whole new meaning when it comes to car shopping. With more elderly drivers on the road, the federal government is contemplating a "silver car" rating system that will help identify which cars better ...
Other
Dec 6, 2013
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A research car which monitors our concentration, stress levels and driving habits while we're sat behind the steering wheel is being used to develop new technologies to support older drivers.
Other
Apr 23, 2012
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A national study shows that licensing policies for older drivers vary widely in Canada, raising issues for the coming increase in seniors.
Social Sciences
Aug 24, 2011
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Researchers studying driving habits and accident rates among the elderly found a majority surveyed supported mandatory retesting of drivers based on age while saying they would hand over the keys if a doctor or loved one ...
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May 25, 2011
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