NHTSA sponsored six studies over the previous decade to explore the relationship between age-related changes and older driver performance and behavior. Then another report aggregated and analyzed the data they collected.
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Older Driver Performance across Six Naturalistic Studies [Traffic Tech] — National (11/01/2021)
Source: State Agency/ProgramUtah: Senior Drivers – 2011 Utah Crash Facts — Utah (12/31/2011)
Source: State Agency/ProgramUtah’s Department of Public Safety release its crash rates per licensed driver by age in 2011.
Vision Zero DC Older Drivers — District of Columbia
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe number of licensed older drivers in the District increased by 8.8 percent from 59,785 in 2016 to 65,045 in 2020.
Driver License Renewal Requirements/Options for Older Drivers — Florida
Source: State Agency/ProgramIf your state is looking to create a state resource page for Older Drivers, please use these as examples.
Wisconsin: Department of Transportation Senior Driver Information — Wisconsin
Source: State Agency/ProgramThe page includes links regarding special driving circumstances, senior drivers, law enforcement and medical professionals.
Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) — Washington
Source: State Agency/ProgramS.A.L.T. stands for Seniors And Law Enforcement Together. It is a cooperative effort of the Clark County Sheriff's Office.
Mobility 21 Southern California — California
Source: State Agency/ProgramMobility 21 is a coalition that brings together public, business, and community stakeholders to pursue regional solutions to the transportation challenges facing California counties
Professional Corner- Safe driver smart options — Michigan
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis website provides information and resources for these professionals that address the concerns aging drivers face and help keep them independent and mobile for as long as safely possible.