There are a lot of 75 year old drivers (I am not 75) that are considerably better drivers than a 25 year old or a 30 year old. Look at insurance rates. What should happen is re tests for all, what ever age, to ensure people are updated on technology advances and to ensure their capability to drive/operate a potentially dangerous piece of equipment.
Yes over 65 dont drive as much typically as younger drivers but that does not nearly explain why the 66-70 age group enjoy the lowest motor insurance rates of any group. According to the Association of British Insurers the combined stats from all insurers for 2020 show that a typical policyholder in 18-24 range will on average cost for claims about 2 and a half times as much as a typical policyholder in 66-70 range. That is because they are 55% more likely to make a claim and that claim will on average cost 60% more. But after 70 its all bad news as health issues bite.
... this is what the Germans implemented, and I must say it meant my teenage boys were very aware of how they should be driving. It's extremely expensive to get a licence here, and once they got one, they tend to want to keep it.
I'm sure you are right. When I saw the stats it was a few years ago so perhaps the age range has moved up a bit.
We have a similar system in the UK.... this is what the Germans implemented, and I must say it meant my teenage boys were very aware of how they should be driving. It's extremely expensive to get a licence here, and once they got one, they tend to want to keep it.
"Probationary period for all
The probationary period applies to anyone who has obtained a driving licence for the first time. It usually lasts two years, but can be extended due to certain rule violations. After this time your driving licence is automatically valid indefinitely.
The purpose of the trial period is to better protect young drivers through stricter rules. In the 18-25 age group, the risk of fatal car accidents is three to four times higher than in all other age groups. This is why it is particularly important for inexperienced drivers to comply with traffic rules.
How does the probationary period specifically affect me?
The trial period is, so to speak, the third examination phase in which the new drivers have to prove their skills. Therefore, during this period, stricter penalties apply for traffic offences and certain restrictions.
The best known limitation is certainly the zero per mil rule.
During the trial period it is strictly forbidden to drive under the influence of alcohol. No wine, no beer, and no other alcoholic beverage. Only when the probationary period has ended and you are 21 years old does a blood alcohol limit of 0.5 apply.
What happens if I commit a traffic violation?
Possible consequences are:
- Extension of the probationary period by 2 years
- Participation in an extension seminar
- Fines
- Points in Flensburg
- Driver's license revocation"
Trial period
Driver's license test passed! Now the trial period begins. Click here and find out everything about the duration and possible consequences of traffic violations. Including ASF retraining.www.fahrschule-123.de
We run a similar system here whereby new drivers can have a license revoked if they are caught braking traffic laws.... this is what the Germans implemented, and I must say it meant my teenage boys were very aware of how they should be driving. It's extremely expensive to get a licence here, and once they got one, they tend to want to keep it.
"Probationary period for all
The probationary period applies to anyone who has obtained a driving licence for the first time. It usually lasts two years, but can be extended due to certain rule violations. After this time your driving licence is automatically valid indefinitely.
The purpose of the trial period is to better protect young drivers through stricter rules. In the 18-25 age group, the risk of fatal car accidents is three to four times higher than in all other age groups. This is why it is particularly important for inexperienced drivers to comply with traffic rules.
How does the probationary period specifically affect me?
The trial period is, so to speak, the third examination phase in which the new drivers have to prove their skills. Therefore, during this period, stricter penalties apply for traffic offences and certain restrictions.
The best known limitation is certainly the zero per mil rule.
During the trial period it is strictly forbidden to drive under the influence of alcohol. No wine, no beer, and no other alcoholic beverage. Only when the probationary period has ended and you are 21 years old does a blood alcohol limit of 0.5 apply.
What happens if I commit a traffic violation?
Possible consequences are:
- Extension of the probationary period by 2 years
- Participation in an extension seminar
- Fines
- Points in Flensburg
- Driver's license revocation"
Trial period
Driver's license test passed! Now the trial period begins. Click here and find out everything about the duration and possible consequences of traffic violations. Including ASF retraining.
My late grandfather always said 'Take all the cars off the road, except mine' He was a terrible driver.I just love these polls ....
98% of Brits think everyone else should be banned from the road that does not conform to the category that they think they belong in.
I'd have mandatory driving tests for urban BMW drivers, introduce them to the indicator stalk. Statistically most drivers over 60 are a lower collision risk, but let's not get in the way of the uneducated masses, shall we?
Apparently 50% of the population doesn't know what 50% means, so statistics are just a jumble of numbers that clever people use to confuse idiots.
I have two thoughts on that...
Had me smiling, thought it might give everyone here a laugh
Right on cue, in today's news - attitude -Had me smiling, thought it might give everyone here a laugh
For me it is 'Attitude' that seems to matter the most - if you care about your driving and respect other people then the roads would be a much better place.
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