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  1. Time-to-contact estimation errors among older drivers with useful field of view impairments — National (07/01/2016)

    Source: Expert

    The objective of this study was to evaluate how UFOV impairments affect time-to-contact estimates in elderly drivers deciding when to make a left turn across oncoming traffic.

     

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  2. Can You Lengthen Your Life? — National (06/01/2016)

    Source: Expert

    Researchers Explore  How To Stay Healthy Longer. 

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  3. Functional Changes and Driving Performance in Older Drivers: Assessment and Interventions — National (05/20/2016)

    Source: Expert

    With the increasing aging of the population, the number of older drivers is rising. Driving is a significant factor for the quality of life and independence concerning social and working life.

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  4. Functional Outcomes for Older Adults Injured in a Crash — National (05/01/2016)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    This report explores the health and quality-of-life impacts of crashes among older (65+) and middle-aged (40-55) occupants.

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  5. Associations Between Falls and Driving Outcomes in Older Adults: A LongROAD Study — National (03/01/2016)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    This study examines the relationship between falls and subsequent motor vehicle crash involvement among older drivers. 

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  6. Senior drivers who take sleeping pills at higher risk for crashes — National (02/29/2016)

    Source: Professional Association

    Senior drivers who take sleeping pills are at higher risk for vehicle crashes.

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  7. Infographic: 3 Tips to Stop a Person with Dementia From Driving When Reasoning Didn’t Work — National (01/19/2016)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    The Alzheimer’s blog posted an infographic (via www.alz.org) with 3 tips on how to stop a person with dementia from driving when reasoning with them hasn’t worked.

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  8. Driving Cessation and Health Outcomes in Older Adults — National (01/18/2016)

    Source: Expert

    Study aims to determine what effect driving cessation may have on subsequent health and well-being in older adults.

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  9. Wheelchair to Car Transfer — National (08/11/2015)

    Source: University

    This video demonstrates a one-person assist transfer from wheelchair to car for a wheelchair user who can do a mod assist stand-pivot transfer. 

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  10. Critical Older Driver Errors in a National Sample of Serious U.S. Crashes — National (07/01/2015)

    Source: Professional Association

    A study was done to determine which senior driver errors caused the most prevalent serious crashes.

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