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What Older Drivers Need to Know

1. How does the process of aging affect my driving ability?
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2. What are some of the common vision problems of which I should be aware?
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3. Should I be concerned about hearing loss, and how significant is its impact on my driving ability?
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4. What does physical strength have to do with driving ability?
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5. What are some of the driving situations I should be concerned about?
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6. Isn't it true that motorists age 55 and older have fewer accidents when compared with younger drivers?
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7. Are all the restraints provided in cars these days such as automatic safety belts, lap safety belts, airbags, and child safety seats, really necessary?
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8. Can you tell me what safety features I should look for in a new car?
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9. Sometimes when I go to evening or weekend events I have a drink or two to be social. Could limited alcohol consumption affect my driving ability?
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10. When should I consider limiting or giving up driving?
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