Italy Ditches Proposal To Ban Drivers Over Age 85 - Is That Really A Bad Idea? - AutoSpies Auto News

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The Italian Government intended, by means of a reform of the traffic regulations, that drivers over 85 years of age should not be able to travel on the country's motorways.

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The new regulation prepared by the Italian government aims to restrict drivers over the age of 85 from driving on highways and traveling more than 100 kilometers from their homes. While elderly drivers who fail a comprehensive health test will be allowed to drive under the zero-alcohol rule, the validity period of driving licenses for those over 90 will be reduced to one year.

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For many seniors, a car is essential for daily independence, which is why news about possible changes to driving licenses is generating significant excitement. New EU regulations have reignited the debate about older drivers. The idea of what might be an alternative to a regular car for them has also emerged.

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And would not be allowed to travel more than ten kilometers from home The government in Italy had some proposals and legal requirements regarding road users that they have now chosen to withdraw and not introduce. These were bans aimed at drivers who were 85 years old and older. These would not be allowed to drive on motorways, they would only be allowed to travel ten kilometers from their home address and there would be a total ban on having t…

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The controversial proposal to limit the driving age was first suggested by then-chairman of the transport committee, Mario Valducci, more than 15 years ago. However, it was only a few days ago that Italian lawmakers decided what to do with it as part of a review of Italian traffic regulations - and rejected the proposal.