As people age, their ability to process information declines in terms of capacity and speed. Older drivers are therefore more at risk in novel situations. The literature on older drivers also cites certain conditions, such as diabetes mellitus or depression and medication use as impacting on driving abilities. Our review found no comparisons with teenage drivers in this regard. The environmental conditions influencing older driver crash involvement include weather conditions and the time of day in which a journey is undertaken.
Older drivers tend to avoid inclement conditions and driving during peak times.
C. Suggestions for possible future activities Countermeasures Response to a number of countermeasures by older drivers and stakeholders was sought during the study and following is a brief overview of the findings. The overall response by older drivers to the countermeasures suggests that barriers exist which will need to be overcome in order for initiatives to be adopted by this group. The role of older driver education and training is to further encourage self regulation. A range of educative techniques are suggested in the literature, including, specialised programs, leaflets and booklets. Specialist older driver programs should provide participants with information on road rules and discuss the possible impact of age on physical and mental abilities which could affect driving skills.