This page on the Federal Highway Administration’s website has many links to research reports and publications published by the Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center (TFHRC) in McLean, Virginia.
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Federal Highway Administration Research Library and List of Online Publications — National (03/29/2019)
Source: US Department of TransportationMild Cognitive Impairment and Driving Performance — National (01/01/2019)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis project aimed to explore differences in driving performance and exposure between participants with mild cognitive impairment operationally defined through recognized clinical methods.
The Effects of Medical Conditions on Driving Performance — National (08/01/2017)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis project investigated the effect of selected medical conditions on the exposure and performance of older drivers. A recent literature review followed by a panel meeting with driving safety experts.
Medical Review Practices For Driver Licensing Volume 3 — District of Columbia (04/01/2017)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis volume updates the information presented in 2003 (Summary of Medical Advisory Board Practices in the United States).
Medical Review Practices For Driver Licensing Volume 1 — District of Columbia (10/01/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationA Case Study of Guidelines and Processes in Seven U.S. States.
Driving When You Have Macular Degeneration — National (08/15/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationMacular degeneration affects vision and therefore can have a huge impact on one’s ability to drive. First, an eye doctor should tell his patient if they are able to drive once they’ve been diagnosed.
Functional Outcomes for Older Adults Injured in a Crash — National (05/01/2016)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis report explores the health and quality-of-life impacts of crashes among older (65+) and middle-aged (40-55) occupants.
Road Diet Informational Guide — National (11/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationBy converting four-lane roadways to 3 (1 lane in each direction, with a center 2-way turning lane), road diets assist older drivers by making left turns safer, and help older pedestrians by reducing the crossing distance of the road.
Handbook for Designing Roadways for the Aging Population — National (06/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationThis 3rd Edition of FHWA's popular resource for selecting proven crash countermeasures that protect older adults covers 51 treatment options, including their rationale for inclusion and a guide for selecting projects using the Handbook.
Compendium of Traffic Safety Research Projects (1985-2013) — National (01/01/2014)
Source: US Department of TransportationBrief summaries of research on alcohol-involved driving, drug-involved driving, occupant protection (e.g., seat belts, and child safety seats), speed and other unsafe driving behaviors.