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crazycatlady

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71. I last parallel parked in 1998

Mon Aug 14, 2017, 03:04 PM

Aug 2017

My mom 1968.

I just avoid situations where I would have to do it (that includes paying for parking to avoid it) and I avoid driving in large cities.

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Would you be in favor of retesting driving skills for older motorists? [View all] True Dough Aug 2017 OP

Perhaps... I'm still amazed & disgusted that driver's education is no longer a requirement hlthe2b Aug 2017 #1

Drivers ed was not offered at my HS (grad 98) crazycatlady Aug 2017 #12

I spent $300 for classroom lessons for my 16 year old ( Two days) ChubbyStar Aug 2017 #15

In Texas it never was LeftInTX Aug 2017 #29

I graduated in 1999 tammywammy Aug 2017 #146

I took Drivers ED in Texas in 1963 Jim Beard Aug 2017 #148

LOL! LeftInTX Aug 2017 #150

LOL, you got me on that one. Sometimes I just have to laugh rather than cry about my state I used to Jim Beard Aug 2017 #152

I don't believe driver's ed was ever a requirement. marybourg Aug 2017 #66

Yes, it was, in many schools. Not the driving part, but at a minimum the classroom lessons. WinkyDink Aug 2017 #76

Oh, well that's a good idea; everyone should know the traffic laws, marybourg Aug 2017 #100

So, you are calling me a liar? hlthe2b Aug 2017 #106

I attended two different high schools in two different states, PoindexterOglethorpe Aug 2017 #129

It was in the schools my sister and I attended. Just because it wasn't in yours does NOT give hlthe2b Aug 2017 #132

Your wording implies that drivers' ed was a requirement PoindexterOglethorpe Aug 2017 #136

I most certainly did not. I said "driver's education is no longer a requirement hlthe2b Aug 2017 #140

My district (PA) offered it eons ago Freddie Aug 2017 #104

That's the law in Illinois. Gidney N Cloyd Aug 2017 #2

How old are you? redstatebluegirl Aug 2017 #3

This. I think everybody should be tested frequently mythology Aug 2017 #9

I agree LeftInTX Aug 2017 #32

I second your agree. FuzzyRabbit Aug 2017 #87

I'm only a couple of years younger than you, PoindexterOglethorpe Aug 2017 #130

I'm 44 True Dough Aug 2017 #14

How many young people have you witnessed driving dangerously? LAS14 Aug 2017 #89

I have not been keeping count but the young ones are the winners. Jim Beard Aug 2017 #151

I would support it - perhaps 75 - eye test, hearing test, driving test DrDan Aug 2017 #4

This is a requirement in Nevada. Wellstone ruled Aug 2017 #19

Reaction times and motor skills also change with age loyalsister Aug 2017 #22

I'm in my mid 60s SwissTony Aug 2017 #45

Unfortunately my grandma can't say the same loyalsister Aug 2017 #53

I had an Aunt in Florida MuseRider Aug 2017 #69

Too funny! janterry Aug 2017 #85

Yes, every octogenarian I knew had been in multiple accidents before they died. TheBlackAdder Aug 2017 #122

An octogenarian begs to differ. Thirties Child Aug 2017 #141

Well, there are always the outlier exceptions. TheBlackAdder Aug 2017 #145

I am 70 and will be up for renewal in 7 months. Currently they don't require glasses.. Jim Beard Aug 2017 #154

It depends on whether the percentage of accidents.... LAS14 Aug 2017 #5

Or maybe potential for accidents? loyalsister Aug 2017 #90

Because there are the same kind of risks associated with... LAS14 Aug 2017 #94

Really? loyalsister Aug 2017 #113

Older driver here and I would probably support the idea to a degree... Wounded Bear Aug 2017 #6

Yes. I am 60. I live in East Maricopa County, Arizona, home to numerous "snowbirds"... Raster Aug 2017 #7

Yes, and in Maricopa county, the older you get marybourg Aug 2017 #70

Let me be frank, I have lived and driven in Dallas, Los Angeles and Seattle... Raster Aug 2017 #82

I got a driver's license here in 2005 JonLP24 Aug 2017 #139

Older drivers pay less for insurance CountAllVotes Aug 2017 #8

Drivers over the age of 25 generally pay lower rates than those younger, PoindexterOglethorpe Aug 2017 #131

This is another of those educate vs regulate issues, HeartachesNhangovers Aug 2017 #10

Texting while driving CountAllVotes Aug 2017 #13

Driving while texting, or using a phone in hand should be considered DUI. Kleveland Aug 2017 #134

When I see someone talking on a phone while drivig CountAllVotes Aug 2017 #137

I bet they are more involved in certain types of accidents than 30-60 age drivers LeftInTX Aug 2017 #47

after going for 10 years without a license madokie Aug 2017 #11

Call me next time brother I'm 58 and have never scored less than perfect on a driving test ChubbyStar Aug 2017 #20

Cool madokie Aug 2017 #50

Depends *very* much on how it's done War Horse Aug 2017 #16

My husband quit driving CountAllVotes Aug 2017 #18

My aunt can still legally drive too War Horse Aug 2017 #24

It angers me CountAllVotes Aug 2017 #27

Well kudos to him :) War Horse Aug 2017 #33

Loss of confidence behind the wheel True Dough Aug 2017 #36

This is more common than people think. yellowcanine Aug 2017 #43

Many men are too proud to give it up. roody Aug 2017 #117

According to CDC and AAA, older drivers are NOT the problem hlthe2b Aug 2017 #17

Adults over 60 are more likely to be involved in: LeftInTX Aug 2017 #63

Source? WinkyDink Aug 2017 #78

I took the AARP senior driving course LeftInTX Aug 2017 #80

I'm betting those that one to restrict older drivers aren't worried about their being injured more hlthe2b Aug 2017 #102

I was going to suggest maybe between ages 80 to 85 yrs. riversedge Aug 2017 #95

I suspect younger males kill the most people in vehicle wrecks nt msongs Aug 2017 #21

Correct CountAllVotes Aug 2017 #23

Young people are also the least likely to wear seat belts VMA131Marine Aug 2017 #25

While we're at it, let's go one better jmowreader Aug 2017 #26

I wouldn't be opposed to that either True Dough Aug 2017 #38

Yes absolutely honeylady Aug 2017 #28

Why not raise the age to about 20? "Per mile driven, teen drivers ages 16 to 19 are nearly three WinkyDink Aug 2017 #30

That's a suggestion True Dough Aug 2017 #39

the problem is inexperience... not age. JoeStuckInOH Aug 2017 #57

That is a statement of opinion. The source, the CDC, says nothing about "experience.' WinkyDink Aug 2017 #74

Do you think hours behind the wheel of a car and experience contribute to good driving? JoeStuckInOH Aug 2017 #115

Think about it JonLP24 Aug 2017 #143

I once had an insurance guy tell me that PoindexterOglethorpe Aug 2017 #133

All drivers should be re-tested every 5 years. TeamPooka Aug 2017 #31

Unfortunately, states don't have the budget for that TexasBushwhacker Aug 2017 #119

My grandfather drove until he was nearly 95 janterry Aug 2017 #34

This is the sort of situation that I had in mind True Dough Aug 2017 #40

I'm in my 50's janterry Aug 2017 #52

My grandfather quit driving when he was 89 Mariana Aug 2017 #60

Funny in Florida. MuseRider Aug 2017 #79

All drivers should be tested every few years. Tien1985 Aug 2017 #35

Yes. My 95 year old mother has a drivers license, but she should never be allowed to drive. Binkie The Clown Aug 2017 #37

Bicycle, Binkie? True Dough Aug 2017 #44

Heck, I'm thinking of graduating to a three-wheeler! :) n/t Binkie The Clown Aug 2017 #48

I would support it marylandblue Aug 2017 #41

I'd be in big trouble. Haven't parallel parked since my driving exam 52 years ago. Vinca Aug 2017 #42

New model vehicles do it for you True Dough Aug 2017 #46

The last time I parallel parked was when I was 16 during my driving test back in '75. Kaleva Aug 2017 #64

I last parallel parked in 1998 crazycatlady Aug 2017 #71

I had a Smart Car for a while. MuseRider Aug 2017 #81

Judgement (lack of) is the main problem on the roads, not older drivers. yellowcanine Aug 2017 #49

One positive thing about older drivers... Raster Aug 2017 #86

Yes but say start at 76-78 marlakay Aug 2017 #51

Every 8-10 years, everyone should be retested. JoeStuckInOH Aug 2017 #54

As long as parrallel parking is not involved! LeftInTX Aug 2017 #55

I'm not in favor of it. hamsterjill Aug 2017 #56

are they on the phone? Skittles Aug 2017 #114

Generally, I think that should depend on driving records. MineralMan Aug 2017 #58

An elderly uncle quit driving after he backed into a state police car. Kaleva Aug 2017 #72

And many younger drivers have also had accidents. MineralMan Aug 2017 #124

Yes, there are several variables. Another is where they are going to drive. Jim Beard Aug 2017 #157

Depends on the facts Bradical79 Aug 2017 #59

Riding with my grandfather was exciting. Kaleva Aug 2017 #61

I must admit True Dough Aug 2017 #73

I was young and we lived in a rural area without much traffic. Kaleva Aug 2017 #77

Nope... but one year re-testing for 16-19 years of age (causes more accidents) LanternWaste Aug 2017 #62

Teens can pass the test. That won't reduce accidents. Kaleva Aug 2017 #67

Why not? MuseRider Aug 2017 #65

I saw something a few weeks ago that scared the crap out of me. Doreen Aug 2017 #68

Yes, I saw a woman ask a by-stander for help getting down marybourg Aug 2017 #75

Very chilling. Doreen Aug 2017 #103

I think regardless of age, every, let's say 10 years, all drivers should have a retesting of driving still_one Aug 2017 #83

I'm not sure it's possible to specify an age. The Velveteen Ocelot Aug 2017 #84

I agree Ocelot, age isn't a good criteria. Just test everyone every10 years, or whatever intervel still_one Aug 2017 #88

Yes. I had to write the Division of Motor Vehicles and tell them my FIL.. Laffy Kat Aug 2017 #91

I don't think they are giving road tests to anyone anymore. LisaM Aug 2017 #92

So why should older drivers be tested????? Let's treat all ages the same re testing based on.... LAS14 Aug 2017 #96

Basically, I'd think for reflex time and eyesight. n/t LisaM Aug 2017 #123

I'm 74 and routinely drive more than 24,000 miles a year. COLGATE4 Aug 2017 #93

You're an example of why True Dough Aug 2017 #101

I think distracted (electronics) by millennials is a far greater menace, statistics do not support FreeStateDemocrat Aug 2017 #97

16-19 group gets in the most accidents JonLP24 Aug 2017 #142

Yes, and would you start with my parents? lindysalsagal Aug 2017 #98

I worry more about younger - hell anyone - texting and phone use while driving nini Aug 2017 #99

I am in favor of every driver having to be retested periodically to continue with license. Justice Aug 2017 #105

About 20 years ago I was walking in the local grocery store parking lot with my XRubicon Aug 2017 #107

It's not older motorists I see texting and talking on the doc03 Aug 2017 #108

How many seniors use their phones while they drive? The Blue Flower Aug 2017 #109

Driver suppression thread? Not Ruth Aug 2017 #110

I and would refer to your post True Dough Aug 2017 #112

My wife and I knew an elderly women who was still driving well enough... hunter Aug 2017 #111

Yes! It is a miracle that my roody Aug 2017 #116

Not necessarily. pangaia Aug 2017 #118

You touched on one of my major pet peeves True Dough Aug 2017 #120

I'm 73 and NOT a slow driver, I will admit. pangaia Aug 2017 #121

This message was self-deleted by its author CK_John Aug 2017 #158

Not a bad idea. pangaia Aug 2017 #163

I would still be driving a big truck... CanSocDem Aug 2017 #125

AARP and AAA have good driving courses for older folks... Sancho Aug 2017 #126

yes. and I'm screaming toward 60. living FL I've seen some crazy shit. KG Aug 2017 #127

Around KC where I live way more accidents are caused by young drivers. leftyladyfrommo Aug 2017 #128

Yes. Retesting at all ages, maybe every 10 years PoindexterOglethorpe Aug 2017 #135

Arizona already does this JonLP24 Aug 2017 #138

would be of more comfort if there were public transportation options available dembotoz Aug 2017 #144

My thought is they Wiseman32218 Aug 2017 #147

Drivers test: WHAT DOES A YELLOW LIGHT MEAN??? kwassa Aug 2017 #149

It would be an easy enough task for technology to handle. Thor_MN Aug 2017 #153

I think younger drivers need to be retested every 6 months. democratisphere Aug 2017 #155

Yes jberryhill Aug 2017 #156

yes bluecollar2 Aug 2017 #159

Yes, it"s hard for the family to take the keys away. Better for an official to do it. SharonClark Aug 2017 #160

Normally I would agree but... RealityChik Aug 2017 #161

Some might mistakingly deem me elderly, but I think testing is a good idea. Hoyt Aug 2017 #162

Are there any statistics that they cause more accidents? treestar Aug 2017 #164