States have many policies to stop risky older drivers from renewing their licenses. But in practice, it’s often adult children who must decide when to take the car keys away from an aging parent.
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With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility
The number of older drivers on the road is climbing. Safety advocates want tougher rules for relicensing, but many drivers say they shouldn’t be forced to give up their mobility because of age alone.
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Pedestrian deaths fell modestly last year, but there’s still a safety ‘crisis’
The number of pedestrians killed on U.S. roads declined by 4% in the first half of last year, according to preliminary estimates. But pedestrian fatality numbers are still far above their 2019 levels.
