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Rides In Sight — National (09/14/2020)
Source: Professional AssociationVehicle safety characteristics in vulnerable driver populations — National (08/27/2020)
Source: ExpertOur objective was to obtain population-based estimates of the prevalence of important vehicle safety criteria among a statewide population of drivers.
Hopelink’s Inclusive Planning Toolkit — National (06/30/2020)
Source: For Profit OrganizationInclusive Planning Toolkit is a compilation of lessons learned from Hopelink and the King County Mobility Coalition’s participation. It includes tips on how to bring an inclusive planning process to your organization
Rural Older Drivers: — National (11/01/2019)
Source: State Agency/ProgramRural driving is more than twice as dangerous as urban driving (for all age groups). The traffic fatality rate in rural areas are much higher than urban areas.
Preserving the Mobility and Safety of Older Americans — National (03/01/2018)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis report from TRIP, and details a number of strategies for designing safer roads for seniors.
Top 25 New Cars for Senior Drivers — National (02/22/2018)
Source: State Agency/ProgramSenior drivers and others with limited mobility need a car that’s easy to get into and out of, with controls that are easy to reach and intuitive to use.
Taxonomy and Terms for Stakeholders in Senior Mobility — National (11/03/2017)
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe document will help those who encounter older adults with limited mobility, and will help them with communicating potential solutions to preserve and extend safe, independent transportation options for older persons.
Traffic Tech: Technology Transfer Series — National (04/01/2017)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAs the driving population continues to age, medical conditions and associated impairments affecting driving abilities will become more prevalent, and State driver licensing agencies are likely to see driver medical reviews.
Tennessee Senior Driver Safety Summit and CarFit Training Event — National (09/19/2016)
Source: Professional AssociationTennessee Senior Driver Safety Summit and CarFit Training Event hosted by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office and Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
Tech May Help Steer Older Drivers Down a Safer Road — National (09/06/2016)
Source: NewsOlder drivers may soon be traveling a safer road thanks to smarter cars that can detect oncoming traffic, steer clear of trouble and even hit the brakes when a collision appears imminent.