Most seniors would rather not give up the keys to the car — not surprising in a society built around roads and automobiles. But the road presents particular problems for seniors. Night driving is particularly hard, according to a survey done by The Hartford insurance company, as are distractions and even lane changes and merges.
Like most insurance companies, The Hartford has a vested interest in keeping people safe. Its list of 10 technologies that are especially helpful to seniors is instructive. It includes
- “Smart” headlights
- Emergency notification systems, like OnStar
- Blind spot warnings
- Lane departure warnings
It’s an interesting list. Read the article.
