require older motorists to renew their licenses more frequently, complete additional vision checks, or undergo other assessments.
That’s why older drivers and their families should check the current requirements with the relevant local licensing authority rather than relying on information shared online.
Age alone isn’t a complete measure of someone’s driving ability.
What Changes With Age?
Aging doesn’t affect everyone in the same way.
Some people remain confident and capable drivers well into their 70s, 80s, and beyond. Others may experience changes that make certain driving situations more difficult.
Common changes can include:
Vision
It can become harder to see clearly at night, notice objects in peripheral vision, judge distances, or adapt quickly when moving between bright and dark environments.
Glare from headlights can also become more uncomfortable.
Reaction Time
Responding to an unexpected pedestrian, cyclist, vehicle, or obstacle may take longer than it once did.
Even a small delay
