Safe senior on the road
By 2020, Direct Response Corporation estimates that one in five drivers on our roads will be over the age of 65.
By 2020, Direct Response Corporation estimates that one in five drivers on our roads will be over the age of 65.
According to police statistics, among all drivers aged 18 to 69 who are at fault in a traffic accident, people over 60 are the least likely to be involved. It is worth noting, however, that people at this age have weaker reflexes, longer reaction times, and are much more likely to suffer from various kinds of ailments. 
As you get older and your reaction time starts to increase, the simplest solution is to simply keep more distance from the vehicle in front. In order to avoid distractions while driving, listening to the radio can be limited, and the responsibility for map management and route planning can be assigned to the passenger.
It is recommended to install a wider rearview mirror to reduce the "blind spot". Also on the market are additional side mirrors, which in modern cars with small aerodynamic curtains will significantly increase the viewing area behind the car and from its sides.
On the other hand, when driving at night, focusing on the right line marked on the edge of the road will help you avoid being dazzled by an oncoming vehicle. When driving at night, special polaroid glasses can also come in handy, which reduce the effect of glare and improve contours.
Maintaining constant physical and mental activity will help maintain high motor skills. Thanks to this, the driver will not have problems, for example, with a sharp turn of the head, and he will be able to quickly respond to the situation for a long time.
You should also see a doctor to determine if the medications you are taking are affecting your ability to drive.
