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How long has it been since you first learned to drive? Since then, some things have changed.

Questions about rules of the road? Not sure about new car technology? Worried about staying mobile with rising gas prices? Interested in tips and tricks to help you to continue to drive safely?
Feel free to post your questions and comments!

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AARPDSP said:
on October 7, 2009 09:54 AM ET
edited on October 7, 2009 09:55 AM ET

 

Night driving, which can be problematic for everyone, can present particular challenges for older drivers. Even on familiar roads, motorists should use caution and watch for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists who will be less visible, especially during the first week of the return to standard time.
 

To focus attention on roadway safety, AARP is proclaiming this November Driver Safety Month. Since folks will be driving more at night, they offer the following tips:

• See And Be Seen.  Get your headlights checked and turn them on one hour before sunset and keep them on one hour after sunrise to ensure maximum visibility.

• Stay Alert On The Road.  With reduced visibility, it's important to reduce your speed, be extra alert and maintain a three-second following distance.

• Recognize And Prevent Drowsiness.  The change in time can throw off your internal clock and may cause drowsiness, so run errands in the morning when you are fresher and more alert.

Other tips can be found at:  http://news.carjunky.com/night-driving-tips-for-older-drivers-cdh767.shtml .   For information about the AARP Driver Safety Program, or to register, call (888) 227-7669 or visit us at www.aarp.org/drive.

 

 

 
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