Tag: older driver
DVLA issues important message to every driver over the age of 70
Motorists over the age of 70 could be caught out when renewing their driving licence with the DVLA issuing a fresh warning.
Drivers over 70 'giving up' licences rather than sitting 2 new tests
Drivers are prepared to walk away from the roads altogether instead of taking one of two road safety checks.
Older motorists told they must 'stop driving’
Older motorists have been told to 'stop driving', with experts warning many road users were putting themselves at risk.
Motorists over 70 'most at risk' of breaking DVLA rule as 300,000 drive illegally
Drivers above 70 are "more vulnerable" and could breach a crucial DVLA rule in 2025.
Older drivers between these ages will see 'car insurance increase'
Elderly road users are set to notice major increases to car insurance bills when they age, warns experts.
Every older driver over 70 warned of 'legal obligation' this summer
Elderly motorists above the age of 70 could be caught out by a simple DVLA rule this June.
Drivers over 65 told to place one item in car to not be forced off the road
Elderly drivers could stay on the roads well into later life if they have one vital item in their cars.
Free over 60s bus pass update as DfT issues response
Campaigners have demanded the introduction of a new free bus pass for anyone over the age of 60.
Keir Starmer told to introduce new older driver rule immediately
EXCLUSIVE: Experts are demanding the introduction of stricter eyesight testing rules to apply to all older drivers over the age of 70.
Older drivers won't 'legally be allowed to drive' if they don't follow little-known rule
Elderly road users could be banned from the road at 70 if they forget to follow one simple rule.
Calls for new 'mandatory tests' for all drivers over 70 on road safety crackdown
Experts have called for the introduction of new rules to force elderly drivers to undergo testing to keep hold of their licence.
DVLA push could see older drivers have 'keys taken off them by own family members'
A family who suffered the loss of their mother has called on DVLA chiefs to take immediate action to boost safety.
POLL: Should over 70s have to retake their driving test? Vote now
The Express is asking whether older drivers should be forced to retake their test when they reach their seventh decade.
Older drivers among those affected by 2025 car tax changes
Older drivers born between these years could be among the most affected by the new Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) car tax fees.
DVLA issues urgent message to every driver over 70 years old
Experts at the DVLA have issued an important warning to older road users with those over 70 most at risk.