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  1. Profiles in Driver Distraction: Effects of Cell Phone Conversations on Younger and Older Drivers — National (12/01/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This research examines the effects of hands-free cell phone usage on simulated driving technology.

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  2. Driving and Dementia: A Review of the Literature — National (12/01/2014)

    Source: Expert

    This article reviews literature on seniors with dementia and their ability to drive.

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  3. Trends in Older Driver Crash Involvement Rates and Survivability in the United States — National (11/01/2014)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

     The current study examined if trends in crash rates, crash involvements, and survivability persisted into more recent years.

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  4. Road Diet Informational Guide — National (11/01/2014)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

     By 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.

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  5. International: Cognitive Screening Tools for Predicting Unsafe Driving Behavior Among Senior Drivers — National (10/17/2014)

    Source: Expert

    As Canada’s elderly continue to represent the fastest-growing population in Canada, there has been an increasing need for effective and efficient screening tools for senior drivers.

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  6. Yellow Lights Pose Particular Peril for Older Drivers — National (10/14/2014)

    Source: Professional Association

    A team of research studied various age groups and the timing of yellow lights to see its impact on safety at intersections.

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  7. Red Flags for Medically At- Risk Drivers — National (07/29/2014)

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Before the traffic stop look at the red flags for medically at-risk drivers to learn the best way to approach and handle the situation. 

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  8. The History of Road Safety Research: A Quantitative Approach — National (07/14/2014)

    Source: Expert

    In this paper we provide a global description in quantitative terms, of the developments in road safety research from the early 1900’s until 2010.

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  9. Development of Safe-driving-system Features for Elderly Drivers — National (07/04/2014)

    Source: Professional Association

    This paper is a result of research done on existing vehicle systems that are in place promote safe driving.

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