or other local services.
The goal should be to preserve mobility and independence safely, rather than focusing only on whether someone still has access to a car.
The Bottom Line
Being over 70 does not automatically determine whether someone is a safe driver.
What matters more is the individual’s vision, reaction time, physical abilities, concentration, judgment, health, medication effects, and actual driving performance.
For older drivers, regular self-assessment is important. For families, honest conversations can prevent a difficult situation from becoming a dangerous one.
The best time to discuss driving
