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Vision problems prompt older drivers to put down keys

With 30 million drivers in the US aged 65 and over, we count on older Americans to recognize when they can no longer drive safely and decide that it's time to stay off the road. A new study finds that a decrease in vision function is a key factor in bringing about this decision.

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Telephone conversation impairs sustained visual attention

Research led by Psychology researchers at the University of Warwick reveals that mobile telephone conversations impair drivers' visual attention to such a degree that it can add over 5 metres to the braking distance of a car travelling at 60 miles an hour, and causes almost twice as many errors as drivers driving without the distraction of a mobile phone conversation.

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Drivers distracted more by cell phones than by passengers

Drivers are far more distracted by talking on a cellular phone than by conversing with a passenger in an automobile, according to a new study by University of Utah psychologists Frank Drews, David Strayer and Monisha Pasupathi.

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Coordinated avoidance maneuvers

A road construction barrier falls over: The car driver can’t avoid it, since there are cars on the lane next to him. In future, a new software program will enable cars to coordinate maneuvers together in dangerous situations.

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Honda Develops New Multi-View Camera System

Honda Develops New Multi-View Camera System to Provide View of Surrounding Areas to Support Comfortable and Safe Driving

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Harnessing new technology to keep older people behind wheel for longer

A new study has highlighted the key role technology could play in extending the age at which people can drive safely on our roads.

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Teens making poor choices when it comes to riding in vehicles

Injury prevention experts have long known that teens are less likely than other motorists to wear seat belts while driving. Now, researchers from the Meharry-State Farm Alliance at Meharry Medical College have discovered lack of seat belt use by teen passengers may be an even bigger problem.

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Ford Launched Driver Training To Improve Safety n Developing Nations

Ford is launching a new campaign to promote driving safety in developing countries with fast-growing populations of new drivers.

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Use These Tips To Save On Fuel This Memorial Day Weekend

Consumer Energy Center of California Offers 10 Ways to Reduce Your Fuel Costs, NOW!

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Pedal Power Provides Perfect Fit For Ford Drivers

Ford has developed a new feature which could mean safer and more comfortable motoring at the flick of a switch – adjustable pedals.

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Smart Car ForTwo Gets High Crash Mark

Smart fortwo smartcar receives highest front and side ratings from insurance institute for highway safety.

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Hands-Free Cell Phone Laws Could Save 1000s of Lives

California's hands-free mobile phone law goes into effect on July 1st. Starting on that date, California drivers will no longer be able to use hand-held phones, but will instead either need to use a hands-free device, whether it's a headset or integrated into the car.

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