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  1. In-Vehicle Technology Use and Associated Factors Among Older Drivers — National (01/01/2023)

    Source: Association

    This study examines the prevalence and frequency of use of in-vehicle technologies as well as the relationships between technology-use frequency and associated factors among a subset of AAA participants

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  2. Older driver vehicle preferences and perceptions of safety: A survey — National (12/01/2022)

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    Increasing older drivers’ understanding of the importance of advancements in vehicle safety may result in greater ownership of safer vehicles and fewer road injuries.

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  3. Adaptive Driving Aids for Seniors — National (05/17/2022)

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    There are adaptive aids to help seniors stay safely behind the wheel for longer. Learn more about adaptive driving aids for seniors. 

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  4. 5 Ways to Make Your Car More Accessible — National (02/09/2022)

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    AARPs 5 Ways to Make Your Car More Accessible is a good starting point in the process of learning what you can add to your vehicle. An occupational therapist can help you find the safest and appropriate gear to help with your mobility.

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  5. Driving to Independence — Arizona (07/27/2021)

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    Driving To Independence offers a comprehensive driver evaluation and training program. 

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  6. Driver Assistance Technology Overview — National (05/17/2021)

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    We discuss blind spot warning, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking and pedestrian automatic emergency braking. Engineering Explained’s Jason Fenske explains these driver assistance technologies

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  7. Older Adults, New Mobility, and Automated Vehicles: A Framework for Harnessing Emerging Technology for Individual and Societal Benefit — National (02/17/2021)

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    With older adults having fewer transportation options than their younger counterparts automated vehicles are often viewed as one technology that can extend an older adults ability to remain independently mobile. 

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  8. Keeping Your Mobility With CarFit — National (02/11/2021)

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    Carfit is an educational program that provides information explaining a range of vehicle safety features and offers guidance on how to adjust those features to optimize the benefit of individual body size and stature.

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  9. How to Use Rideshare Apps — National (02/01/2021)

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    Learn to use a rideshare app to help cut down on your driving. 

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  10. Starting the Conversation—Your Loved Ones Driving — National (02/01/2021)

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    As a loved one to an older driver, you have an important task ahead. Start a conversation about safe driving with your older loved one. 

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