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Pictured: Smiling senior male driver reflected in wing mirror of car, enjoying day trip out driving.
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December 2, 2024, Press Release from the Ohio Department of Public Safety: COLUMBUS — As part of Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (December 2-6, 2024) –Governor Mike DeWine, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), the Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO), and the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) are reminding Ohioans about programs available to prevent serious injuries and fatalities among Ohio’s older drivers. People aged 65 and older make up the fastest-growing segment of drivers nationally and in Ohio. According to crash data from ODOT, older road users make up 23% of all traffic fatalities in the last three years and by 2030, the state will have more than 4.8 million residents who are 65 and older. “Safety is our number one priority for anyone who travels on Ohio’s roads,” said Governor DeWine. “Driving is a great way to maintain independence, and we hope older Ohioans and their loved ones reacquaint themselves with safe driving tips, especially during Older Driver Safety Awareness Week.” This year’s theme for Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (ODSAW) is “Understand, Be Proactive, Plan”, stressing the importance of everyone working together to support older Ohioans driving as long as possible, and as safe as possible.
