A recent accident in La Rochelle—where an 83-year-old driver going the wrong way struck a group of children on bicycles—has reignited the debate over driving after age 75. While age alone doesn’t determine safety, declining vision, reflexes, and attention can increase risks.
Road Safety Authority data shows drivers over 75 are involved in accidents at rates similar to 18- to 24-year-olds. Yet in France, a standard B license remains valid for life, with no mandatory medical checks for seniors. The question now is growing louder: should older drivers be required to take tests to ensure everyone’s safety on the road?
