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Regulating older drivers: how are the states coping?

R W Cobb1, J F Coughlin

  • 1Brown University, Department of Political Science, Providence, RI 02912, USA.

Journal of Aging & Social Policy
|December 8, 1996
PubMed
Summary

As the population ages, older drivers pose increasing traffic safety risks. A 1995 survey revealed diverse state practices and official perceptions, leading to imperfect licensing controls for senior drivers.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Transportation Safety
  • Public Policy

Background:

  • The aging population necessitates a focus on senior driver safety.
  • Automobile dependence for mobility is increasing among older adults.
  • Traffic safety data highlight higher fatality rates for older drivers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To survey state practices regarding older drivers.
  • To understand licensing officials' perceptions of older driver issues.
  • To identify challenges in older driver policy implementation.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of findings from a 1995 survey.
  • Examination of state licensing practices for older drivers.
  • Assessment of perceptions among licensing officials.

Main Results:

  • Significant diversity exists in state approaches to older driver licensing.
  • Institutional and behavioral conflicts complicate policy subsystems.
  • Current licensing controls for older drivers are imperfect.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing the safety of older drivers requires standardized and improved licensing controls.
  • Policy development must account for diverse state practices and official viewpoints.
  • Future research should focus on effective interventions for senior driver safety.

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