2006-08-06 08:23:39 · 25 answers · asked by Angel_Anton 6 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
NOOOOOOO!!!! Most of them cant even see over the steering wheel, and furthermore cant see in general. They also have bad hearing and in general they just dont care if they cut you off in traffic. I was behind an old person in a car at a red light, they fell asleep at the wheel, when the light turned green they were still asleep, i had to blast my horn for over a minute!
2006-08-12 14:34:18 · answer #1 · answered by bobbie21brady 5 · 9⤊ 9⤋
It depends on what you consider elderly. Elderly in that they can barely see and are hunched over the wheel going 5 mph in a 65, I'd say absolutely not. But, I've known some 80 year olds that I trust more at driving than a lot of people in their 40s. I think perhaps more frequent driving tests, etc., for those over 70 might be a good idea though.
2006-08-06 15:28:45 · answer #2 · answered by Kader 3 · 9⤊ 8⤋
NO!People 70 and Older Should Not Be Able To Drive! Unless They Dont Go 20 In A 60 Zone! Especailly On Sundays! Ahhh They Go So Dam Slow For Absolotly No Reason!
2006-08-06 15:30:52 · answer #3 · answered by xpoisonousxinjectionx 2 · 9⤊ 8⤋
I happen to live right beside a retirement community (indeed, there are quite a few in the Annapolis, MD area) so I'm very accustomed to the difficulties inherent in driving amongst the elderly. They tend to drive nightmarishly slow, leave turn signals on indefinitely (long after making said turns) and otherwise behave in an absent-minded manner.
But your question goes to their actual right to drive, which I for one would hesitate to take away from them. Still, I do not think it at all unreasonable to require senior citizens to pass road tests after reaching certain mileposts (say 65, 70, 75, etc.) in order to retain their driver's licenses. Those who prove sharp enough and capable should be permitted to continue driving, while those whose skills have dulled too much and are thus a road hazard should have their licenses revoked. Seem fair to you?
2006-08-09 20:38:43 · answer #4 · answered by MacSteed 7 · 17⤊ 7⤋
Sure, as long as they are still able to drive safely. My grandmother drove up until she was in her 80's but we finally had to take her keys away from her, because it was no longer safe for her or others. I agree with some of the other people that testing yearly would be a good idea after a certain age.
2006-08-06 15:42:35 · answer #5 · answered by sparkie 6 · 9⤊ 8⤋
My father-in-law drove quite well and had a valid license, no tickets, at age 93. My mother on the other hand gave up driving which was a wonderful choice on her part. So, it depends. I would say if the elderly have no tickets, renew. If they have tickets, test them before renewal.
2006-08-06 15:30:02 · answer #6 · answered by oklatom 7 · 9⤊ 8⤋
That depends on the person they should definitely need to have some type of test for them every 6 months though. I made my grandmother give hers up, she could renew through the mail and that was scary when she no longer had good reaction time.
2006-08-06 15:32:05 · answer #7 · answered by T S 3 · 9⤊ 8⤋
Ive always said they should have to take a driving test every year from age 70 and up......
2006-08-06 15:32:04 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 9⤊ 8⤋
Yes,if they are capable. For example, still have good sight, drive the speed limit and have great reaction skills.
2006-08-06 20:44:52 · answer #9 · answered by cute_ark_girl 3 · 9⤊ 8⤋
Yes
2006-08-06 15:43:32 · answer #10 · answered by Judas Rabbi 7 · 8⤊ 9⤋