The ability to go where you want, when you want—that’s independence.
And for many seniors, it’s the last thing they want to lose. Still, safety has to come first. So what’s the answer?
Smarter solutions—not harsher rules. Doctors can offer voluntary checks—vision, reflexes, coordination.
Even a simple conversation can make a difference. Suggesting seniors drive only during daylight, avoid highways, or skip bad weather trips.
Not out of punishment—but out of care. And refresher courses? They’re a game changer. They update older drivers on modern traffic laws, new road signs, and tech changes in cars.
Even better, they rebuild confidence. Driving schools across France are stepping up. Some offer senior-specific training.
Others provide workshops on adaptive tools—like switching to automatic cars. It’s not about banning elderly drivers.
It’s about helping them stay safe, and feel safe. We owe them that. Many of today’s seniors taught us how to drive.
They drove us to school, to practice, to our first jobs. They’ve earned respect—not judgment.
Let’s give them the tools, not the shame. Because with the right support, they can keep driving safely.
And no more bike rides need to end in tragedy.
