This study examines the relationship between falls and subsequent motor vehicle crash involvement among older drivers.
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Associations Between Falls and Driving Outcomes in Older Adults: A LongROAD Study — National (03/01/2016)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThe Older Driver with Cognitive Impairment: Perceptions of Driving Ability and Results of a Behind the Wheel Test — National (02/04/2016)
Source: Professional AssociationOlder adult drivers with cognitive impairment pose a potential safety risk to themselves and others.
Wheelchair to Car Transfer — National (08/11/2015)
Source: UniversityThis video demonstrates a one-person assist transfer from wheelchair to car for a wheelchair user who can do a mod assist stand-pivot transfer.
Critical Older Driver Errors in a National Sample of Serious U.S. Crashes — National (07/01/2015)
Source: Professional AssociationA study was done to determine which senior driver errors caused the most prevalent serious crashes.
How to Drive With Physical Disability — National (03/04/2015)
Source: Professional AssociationA physical disability may affect the function of a person's body, but it should never affect person independence. Driving is a skill that promotes freedom and can be adapted so almost anyone with a physical disability can be mobile.
Lives Saved by Vehicle Safety Technologies — National (01/01/2015)
Source: US Department of TransportationNHTSA’s Technical Report on the lives saved by vehicle safety technologies and associated federal motor vehicle safety standards from 1960 to 2012.
Profiles in Driver Distraction: Effects of Cell Phone Conversations on Younger and Older Drivers — National (12/01/2014)
Source: ExpertThis research examines the effects of hands-free cell phone usage on simulated driving technology.
Driving and Dementia: A Review of the Literature — National (12/01/2014)
Source: ExpertThis article reviews literature on seniors with dementia and their ability to drive.
Development of Safe-driving-system Features for Elderly Drivers — National (07/04/2014)
Source: Professional AssociationThis paper is a result of research done on existing vehicle systems that are in place promote safe driving.