Tag: Older drivers
Older drivers face road ban if they fail simple test
These drivers will no longer be able to self-report any eye issues
Older motorists face new driving test in 2026 under new Labour rules
The new rules are set to be confirmed on Wednesday.
Drivers over 70 could be banned from roads in 2026 – new checks ‘likely’
Motorists over the age of 70 may face tough new restrictions to get behind the wheel in 2026.
Older drivers hit with new £50-a-year road tax
The new charge will be imposed on electric and hybrid vehicles.
Car headlights are officially too bright – they're forcing older drivers into isolation
The dangerous glare of modern headlights is condemning older drivers into curfews.
Older drivers told to always keep this much fuel in their car during autumn
Older motorists have been encouraged to always top-up their petrol and diesel vehicle at this point in a major safety warning.
Pensioners told when they ‘must stop driving’ in major warning
Elderly individuals have been urged to "stop driving" at this stage in a vital road safety message.
Older motorists told when they ‘must stop driving’ in major warning
Elderly individuals have been urged to "stop driving" at this stage in a vital road safety message.
DVLA rule blasted for ‘persecution of pensioners’ as over 70s lose freedoms
Drivers have reacted to DVLA rules that affect every driver over the age of 70.
Older drivers warned over car insurance ‘increase’ at this age
Budget Insurance highlighted that age-related health conditions, such as declining vision or reduced reaction times, can make driving more dangerous.
Older drivers urged to take key test to boost 'confidence'
Elderly drivers have been told to take tests and assessments to check skills as they age.
Wheeler Dealers’ Mike Brewer weighs in on older driver rules after ‘terrified' admission
EXCLUSIVE: Wheeler Dealers presenter Mike Brewer has opened up on older driver eyesight rules, with officials looking at possible changes.
Older drivers in their 80s 'should be automatically banned from driving'
A motoring expert has called for a radical change forcing people to relinquish their licences as soon as they hit a certain age.
Older drivers over 70 ‘won’t legally be allowed to drive’ under important DVLA rule
Elderly drivers above the age of 70 could find they "won't be allowed to drive" due to rules around DVLA driving licence renewal.
New calls for over 70s to face test ‘every two years’ to stay on roads
Older drivers are not required to undergo any formal testing to get behind the wheel in later life but leading campaigners want to change that.
