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  1. The Medical Referral Process and Motor-Vehicle Crash Risk for Drivers with Dementia — National (12/05/2020)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    This study uses comprehensive data from the Iowa Department of Transportation to compare the referral process for drivers with and without dementia from January 2014 through November 2019. 

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  2. Law Enforcement Visor Card — National (11/24/2020)

    Source: Expert

    The Driver Orientation Screen for Cognitive Impairment DOSCI is a short questionnaire for officers to screen for cognitive impairments. 

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  3. Technical Information Services (TIS) — National (09/16/2020)

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Technical Information Services provides a space for public inquires and research pertaining to NHTSA’s vehicle safety, driver licensing, compliance, defect enforcement, traffic law enforcement and rulemaking activities.

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  4. Smart Features for Mature Drivers — National (09/15/2020)

    Source: Expert

    AAA covers smart features for mature drivers in this video and shows how choosing the right vehicle can provide a senior with optimal comfort and safety.

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  5. Vehicle safety characteristics in vulnerable driver populations — National (08/27/2020)

    Source: Expert

    Our objective was to obtain population-based estimates of the prevalence of important vehicle safety criteria among a statewide population of drivers.

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  6. 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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  7. Aging Drivers and the Law — National (10/03/2019)

    Source: Expert

    The Elder Law Answers’ website provides information for senior drivers and links to each state’s laws regarding restrictions and accelerated renewal periods.

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  8. Top 25 New Cars for Senior Drivers — National (02/22/2018)

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Senior 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.

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  9. 7 Simple Adjustments to Help Older Adults Drive Safer — Virginia (10/14/2017)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    the number of older drivers on our roads is increasing and changes in vision, flexibility, strength, range of motion and height may reduce an older adult's control behind the wheel. 

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  10. Traffic Tech: Technology Transfer Series — National (04/01/2017)

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    As 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. 

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