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  1. District of Columbia: Senior Driver Information for DC — District of Columbia (09/18/2020)

    Source: State Agency/Program

    DC’s Department of Motor Vehicles has a page on its website specifically for seniors with information regarding licensing.

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  2. CarFit — District of Columbia (05/27/2020)

    Source: University

    CarFit is an educational program that offers older adults the opportunity to check how well their personal vehicles "fit" them.

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  3. Maryland: The Senior Connection of Montgomery County — Maryland (01/01/2020)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    This non-profit organization in Montgomery County, Maryland provides free rides to seniors and persons with disabilities, with service provided by hundreds of volunteers.

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  4. Medical Review Practices For Driver Licensing  Volume 3 — District of Columbia (04/01/2017)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    This volume updates the information presented in 2003 (Summary of Medical Advisory Board Practices in the United States). 

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  5. Medical Review Practices For Driver Licensing Volume 1 — District of Columbia (10/01/2016)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    A Case Study of Guidelines and Processes in Seven U.S. States. 

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  6. Maryland: Resources Online for Older Drivers — Maryland (07/06/2016)

    Source: News

    Montgomery County has launched “Explore Older Driver Resources,” a new webpage for older residents and their families. The page includes information about driving safely as well as alternate transportation options. 

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  7. Automatic Emergency Braking Systems Are About to Be Everywhere — District of Columbia (05/01/2016)

    Source: Professional Association

    NHTSA predicts that most automakers’ acceptance of the challenge will make AEB standard on new cars three years faster than could be achieved through the formal regulatory process. And the feature could be arriving sooner than 2022.

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  8. Maine: Driving Laws for Seniors and Older Drivers — Maine 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    Drivers are required to renew their licenses every six years in the state of Louisiana, according to AAA.com. They are also required to complete a vision test at every in-person renewal.

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  9. Safety on Maryland Roads — Maryland 

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    Crashes are no accident. Last year, more than 500 lives were lost on our roadways and thousands of others were injured. The only acceptable number is zero. MDOT MVA’s Highway Safety Office is working to change behaviors that lead to careless and irresponsible driving. You can help by always buckling up, never driving impaired, and always keeping your eyes on the road.

    Use the icons on this webpage to find more information about safety or use the navigation tool.

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  10. Older Driver Safety — Maryland 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Getting older does not necessarily mean persons driving days are over. but it's important to plan ahead and take steps to ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones. 

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