Sadie Says …
Q: I am planning to attend an older driver safety course, but in the meantime, can you offer any tips for safe driving after age 50? A: An older driver safety course offers a wealth of safe driving information. In the meantime, consider these tips: 1. Avoid turning left. AARP states — “Left turns are one of the most dangerous situations for drivers, and for older drivers in particular. 25 percent of traffic violations result from improper left turns, and left-turn situations have some of the highest crash rates for older adults.” In fact, making a left turn is 20 times ...