Older Drivers - MAPS Assessments Statistics show that older drivers are less likely than others to have collisions involving alcohol or speed.  Experience means that drivers in their fifties generally have a lower risk of having a road crash than other age groups.

However, other factors mean that after the age of 60 the risk increases steadily.  By the age of 75, drivers are twice as likely to be involved in a road crash compared to when they were in their fifties.  This is because many of the skills we need to drive deteriorate as we get older.

People of all ages often think they drive better than they actually do. So it is important that when nature begins to tell you to slow down, you recognise that your driving will be affected.  The good news is that by challenging the way you drive just slightly, you should be able to carry on driving – and enjoy it more safely. 

We are able to offer the older driver a professional assessment of their driving ability.  Entitled MAPS – Mature, Aware,  Personal Safety – the assessment is conducted at a time to suit yourself in either your own car or the assessor’s car.  It will last approximately 45 minutes.  You will be coached, if necessary, and at the end, a verbal and written report will be given.

Give Diane Hall (01905 766825) or Karen Perks (01905 766827) a ring.  They will be happy to make all the arrangements for you.  You will find it a positive experience.