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Car Safety For Senior Citizens

By Marilyn Katz

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Published: 11Apr2011
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There has been a lot of talk about safe driving for senior citizens lately. Some studies have concluded that many drivers in their seventies are as risky as drivers in their teens. However, there are things we can do to make driving safer for older people.

Newer cars come with some amazing safety features that can help protect the older people, passengers, and other drivers. They may also help an older drive find cheaper car insurance quotes because of safety discounts that insurers offer. If you are in the market for a new car, or even a recent model used car, consider these options to help protect everybody.

Safety sensors are actually equipped with radar. They senses when other vehicles are close to the vehicle, and it also can judge the speed these other vehicles are moving. There may be warning lights or automatic braking. This system has already helped many drivers avoid accidents, and possibly it has already saved lives. This is newer technology that almost seems to come out of science fiction, but it is on the market now for people who can afford to purchase a new car that comes equipped with it.

Backup monitors have cameras that are installed in the rear of the car. Instead of just using the rear view mirror, which has limited vision, a driver can check a monitor to make sure there is nothing behind them. This is especially useful for people who have a hard time twisting around to look behind them to see things that do not show up in the mirrors.

Auto safety technology is fantastic today. But nothing can replace a safe and educated driver. There are new auto safety courses that have been developed with senior citizens in mind. These safety refresher courses may, indeed, teach an old dog some new driving tricks. In addition to making them safer drivers, the courses may also help them get a car insurance discount.

Some seniors should really not be driving. If you, or a person you love, cannot cope with the road any more, it may be time to counsel them about other forms of transportation. If you are lucky, the older person will know when it is time to hand in the car keys. Most of the time, it is just not that easy. You may need to get some help to convince grandpa to give up his beloved car.

Be sure to provide alternative transportation suggestions. Offer rides.yourself, or see what sort of senior transportation exists in your community. Many faith based organziations, foundations, or city bus services have special ride services for the elderly. Some Medicare health plans offer transportation to and from health appointments. This may seem like extra trouble, but it would be well worth it if you can keep other people safer.

Auto insurance rates may be higher for older drivers too. As I mentioned before, some of these safety features and drivers education courses should help because many insurance companies will offer a discount. They want to encourage customers to be safer on the road. The best way to find cheaper car insurance is to compare prices from multiple companies to see what they can offer you.

Find the safest cars for seniors to help protect your loved ones and other people you love! Also learn more about senior car insurance so you can get the lowest price for top qualify coverage.

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