Monday, March 19, 2018

Wisconsin is leader of the pack when it comes to percentage of traffic fatalities involving 65+ drivers



Source:  Preserving the mobility and safety of older Americans.  (TRIP, a national transportation research group)

Study: Wisconsin has highest rate of fatal crashes involving elderly in nation.  (Madison.com, 3/19/2018)
“It is important we consider this demographic shift and its impact on safety and mobility,” said Mark O’Connell, executive director of the Wisconsin Counties Association. “This means more user-friendly roads for those able to drive and public transportation or shared-ride services for those who cannot, or choose not to drive themselves.”

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