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Summary of LongROAD Research on Older Drivers from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety: 2017–2025
While it is important for older adults to maintain their mobility, age-related functional declines can impact driving abilities, with important implications for road safety. To better understand factors influencing the safe mobility of older adults AAAFTS commissioned the Longitudinal Research on Aging Drivers (LongROAD) study, a multisite prospective cohort study designed to generate empirical data for understanding the role of physical, cognitive, behavioral, environmental and technological factors in driving safety during the process of aging. Since data collection began in 2015, AAA Foundation has published over 24 research briefs investigating different aspects of participants’ driving habits and safety. This research brief summarizes key findings and recommendations from these research briefs.