May 11, 2013 (Press-News.org) To cater to the rising elder population of baby boomers, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, has proposed a new senior safety rating for older drivers.
Rising baby boomers
According to information provided by AARP--a foundation aimed at providing education and assistance to older adults--individuals today over age 65 years of age represent 16 percent of the total U.S. population. Data also shows that by the year 2025, one in five drivers in the United States will be in this age range. And, in 17 years, there will be 57 million elderly drivers traversing America's roadways.
Unfortunately, statistics and studies have also revealed that as drivers age, their visual acuity and motor functions, such as strength and flexibility, decline. In addition, older drivers are unable to heal as well as much younger drivers and passengers from powerful auto collisions.
As a result, the NHTSA wishes to increase the safety of elderly drivers and has plans to add a "silver" rating to the present rating system of the New Car Assessment Program.
What is the New Car Assessment Program?
The New Car Assessment Program, or NCAP, was created in the late 1970s. Part of the program included the creation of a new car safety rating system. (Many of us are familiar with the 5-star vehicle safety rating advertised today.) A rating was given to a vehicle based on the vehicle's performance on various safety tests like rollover performance.
The intent of the system was to help car makers build safer vehicles as well as provide information about a vehicle's build for consumers to make informed decisions before purchasing a car.
The new "silver" rating
A new "silver" rating, however, is still in the works and the specific technology that will come equipped in vehicles with this rating is unknown at this time. However, some potential features may include features already present in high-end vehicles such as:
- Automatic seat belts
- Push button engine starters
- Easy grip steering wheels
- Adjustable pedals
- Telescoping steering columns
Technology that mitigates the potential for "pedal misapplication" may also be included among the various ideas. All are designed to help seniors.
According to one spokesman for AAA, "It's about seeking the best features for the particular conditions seniors face."
Additional "family" vehicle safety rating
Along with the new "silver" rating for older drivers, the NHTSA also has plans to add a "family" rating system for families looking to purchase vehicles with additional safety features for back-seat passengers.
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Potential "silver" auto safety rating to tailor to older drivers
To cater to the rising elder population of baby boomers, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has proposed a new senior safety rating for older drivers.
2013-05-11
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