Can you tell me statistics on the rate of accidents caused by elderly drivers, compared to other age groups?
Can you tell me statistics on the rate of accidents caused by elderly drivers, compared to other age groups?
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 Of course! I'd be happy to provide you with statistics on the rate of accidents caused by elderly drivers compared to other age groups.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in the United States, the elderly (aged 65 and older) are involved in a higher rate of fatal car crashes per mile driven than any other age group. In 2019, the fatal crash rate per 100 million vehicle miles traveled for drivers aged 65-69 was 2.37, while the rate for drivers aged 70 and older was 3.75.
Here are some additional statistics on the rate of accidents caused by elderly drivers compared to other age groups:
* In 2019, the elderly accounted for 17% of all drivers involved in fatal car crashes in the United States, despite making up only 12% of the population.
* The elderly are more likely to be involved in fatal car crashes than younger drivers. In 2019, the fatal crash rate per 100 million vehicle miles traveled for drivers aged 65-69 was 2.37, while the rate for drivers aged 20-24 was 1.15.
* The elderly are also more likely to be injured in car crashes than other age groups. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2017, the elderly were more likely to be hospitalized for injuries from car crashes than any other age group.
* However, it's important to note that the elderly are not the only age group that is at risk for accidents. Younger drivers (aged 16-19) are also at a higher risk for fatal car crashes than other age groups.
* The reasons for the higher accident rate among the elderly are complex and multifaceted. Some factors that may contribute to the higher accident rate include declining physical and cognitive abilities, reduced vision and hearing, and increased use of medications that can impair driving ability.
I hope this information is helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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