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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My father is 81 and my mother is 80.  Both still drive although not much after dark and they haven't done a VA to FL drive in a few years but they will tackle 3-4 hour drives regularly.

For those who act like anything over 70 is old and driving should be limited - what is one supposed to do after that age?  Curl up and die?  My parents still do their own yard work because they enjoy it.  My father just bought himself a new power washer yesterday.  In comparison my IL's are closer to 70 and they act and look older than my parents.  It's really about the individual and their condition.
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No. They should just be tested instead of auto-renewing. [/quote]

Do you think Bernie, Hillary, and Donald should be able to run for the presidency without taking a test but should be tested to drive?  :D [/quote]

What? Why did you post twice? This has nothing to do with politics. ANY elderly person driving should be tested. Relying on an exam they took 60 years ago is nonsense given how many elderly people lose their sight, reflexes, etc.[/quote]

What age do you consider "elderly" and in need of a test?[/quote]

I suppose it's debatable but I would say 65-70+. At 65 you are "aged" per government standards, so it makes sense to use that number. I honestly don't see the big issue. I really think they should make EVERYONE periodically retake a road test. There are some BAD drivers out there. Curious, what is your protest in having an elderly person retake the test (and be allowed to continue driving if they pass?) I don't think it is in dispute that your reflexes decrease as you age, not to mention, in many cases, your ability to move. As it stands, it is up to a person to recognize they can't drive (rare) or their kids to fight them on it (bad situation.) Making the DMV the bad guy is a win/win. [/quote]

I'm not opposed to it after 75 and think it's often needed. I disagree that 65 is elderly; and I find it humorous that anyone could view active, healthy people like Hillary, Bernie, and Donald as elderly.[/quote]

I don't think 65 is elderly but for SSA/Medicare/Medicaid purposes it is, so it would be logical to use that age. I agree 75 is probably better. I feel there are very few people who are 80+ and good drivers. [/quote]

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