Yes, many people suffer from decreased flexibility as they age. Yes, our senses and reactions tend to diminish gradually as we age. Every two years would be ideal, every four would be more practical. The best possible solution would be for ALL drivers to periodically undergo re-testing, both of their knowledge and their practical driving ability. At the same time, many people are driving unsafely and illegally at EVERY age.
Many people continue to drive safely into their 80’s and beyond. That’s age discrimination, and it’s not only illegal, it’s unfair. There should not be a legal cut-off where anyone over a certain age cannot drive. Because you asked for my opinion, I’ll certainly provide it. old people who are 65 and above should not be allowed to drive private and self owned vehicles? Do you feel because of old age, eyesight, the chances of accidents happening might be more o the road and because of this shouldn’t there be a rule prohibiting them to drive vehicles on the road ? Here’s a question I received and answered on the now-defunct website :ĭo you feel there should be a road traffic rule for driving age, upper limit, i.e.
