Older Drivers

Aging impacts everyone differently. When it comes to driving, it is important to understand the impact age-related changes may have on one’s safe driving ability.  NHTSA encourages older adults, family members, and caregivers to be proactive about discussing safe mobility and building a transportation plan.

• From 2020 to 2021 there was a 15% increase in the number of people killed in traffic crashes involving older drivers.
• From 2020 to 2021 there was a 14% increase in the number of people 65 and older killed in traffic crashes.
• In 2021, 70% of traffic fatalities in crashes involving older drivers involved other vehicles.
• In 2021, more older drivers were killed in traffic crashes on rural roadways versus urban roadways.

NHTSA offers free resources and information on keeping safe on the road as we age.