Saturday, August 13, 2011
Study Shows Top Risk For Senior Drivers
A new study by an insurance trade group is important for all motorists, and especially senior drivers. It showed that over 40% of fatal crashes involving senior drivers are at intersections. This is much higher than any other age group.
The study gave several reasons why seniors have so many intersection accidents. The key one is many seniors don't yield to oncoming cars when making turns, even though they see cars approaching. Many seniors simply misjudge if there's enough time to safely turn. Younger drivers often do not see vehicles coming because they are distracted.
This study is an important reminder for seniors to be extra cautious when driving.
The study gave several reasons why seniors have so many intersection accidents. The key one is many seniors don't yield to oncoming cars when making turns, even though they see cars approaching. Many seniors simply misjudge if there's enough time to safely turn. Younger drivers often do not see vehicles coming because they are distracted.
This study is an important reminder for seniors to be extra cautious when driving.
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