With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility
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States are debating how to balance safety and mobility for aging drivers.
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The number of older drivers on U.S. roads is increasing, creating tension between safety advocates and senior citizens over licensing requirements. Safety advocates are pushing states to impose stricter rules for driver relicensing among older adults, while many seniors argue that age alone should not force them to surrender driving privileges and mobility. States face pressure to address crash risks associated with aging while avoiding policies that discriminate based on age rather than actual driving ability.
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