Ministers are considering introducing mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 and tightening drink-driving rules as part of new road safety plans, according to reports. Cognitive tests for older ...

Beginning August 1, 2025, new federal regulations will require seniors aged 70 and above to undergo specific driving tests for license renewal. This initiative aims to enhance road safety while ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Drivers over the age of 70 may soon have to take regular eye tests as part of new government measures. (Image: Getty) (Mónica E.

MILLIONS of drivers could be banned from the roads if they fail to pass a “cognitive” test under a major new motoring reform.

Right now, if you are 70 years old and renewing your driving licence, you tick a box and send a form. You declare, on your ...

State pensioners over the age of 70 are likely to face new checks to retain their freedom to drive.

Older drivers over 70 have been told to get their eyes checked immediately ahead of possible 2026 rule changes. Experts at Refused Car Finance have stressed that elderly drivers must try to stay ahead ...