Tuesday, 26 May 2026

 Should those above 70 years old be allowed to drive? 

Of late, there have been many cases of MVAs involving drivers more than 70 years old. Should those 70 years and above be driving on the road?

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Here are some countries with stricter rules for elderly drivers:

Country / Jurisdiction Policy for Elderly Drivers Unique Features / Focus
Singapore From age 65, drivers must undergo a mandatory medical examination every three years to keep their licence valid. Focuses on frequent, doctor-certified medical fitness rather than re-testing driving skills.
Taiwan From age 70, drivers must undergo a physical examination and complete traffic-safety education before renewing their licence. From age 75, licence renewal is required every three years with physical and cognitive checks. Combines health screening with safety education, with cognitive checks introduced for older seniors.
Japan Drivers aged 70 and above must attend elderly-driver training when renewing their licence. Those aged 75 and above must also take a cognitive assessment, which determines the type of training required. Japan also promotes voluntary licence surrender, with some local programmes offering seniors discounts on groceries, taxis and public transport.
Australia (New South Wales) From age 75, drivers must pass an annual medical review. From age 85, they must pass a practical driving test every two years or opt for a modified licence, such as driving only within a local area. One of the stricter systems, combining medical reviews, practical road tests and restricted licensing options.
United Kingdom At age 70, driving licences expire. To continue driving, seniors must renew every three years instead of every 10 years. Uses a self-declaration system. No mandatory medical exam or driving test is required, but drivers must declare relevant medical conditions. Penalties may apply for withholding information.
New Zealand At ages 75 and 80, drivers must renew their licence and provide a medical certificate. From age 80, renewal and medical certificates are required every two years. A doctor decides whether the senior is fit to drive, requires conditions placed on the licence, or should take an on-road safety test.
United States (varies by state) Rules differ by state. For example, in Illinois, the older a driver gets, the shorter the licence renewal period becomes, while Florida requires vision tests for drivers aged 80 and above during renewal. Highly decentralised. Some states, such as Michigan, have no age-specific rules, while others require in-person renewals, vision screening, or road tests.

 Should Malaysia subject drivers above 65 years old to some sort of mandatory checks?

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