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28/05/2026 5:15 pm
A Miami officer pulled over 86 year old Mrs. Posner because her signals were confusing.
"First you put your hand out, like your turning left, then you wave your hand up and down. then you turn right---said the officer.
"Sonny, I decided not to turn left," she explained.
"Then why the up and down?" the officer asked.
"Mistah Officer," she sniffed, "I was erasing."
28/05/2026 7:27 pm
Perfectly logical. He shoulda known.🤣😂
29/05/2026 6:17 am
All the more reason why drivers need to be retested when they reach a certain age.
John Bono
North Jersey
David Green and Tony Perrone reacted
29/05/2026 6:21 am
All the more reason why drivers need to be retested when they reach a certain age.
Bite your tongue Pisano! I had to display hand signals when I took my initial driving test. My problem was using the right ones - because I actually had 12 of my own. They included everything from a one-finger signal to a windmill feature, signaling, 'Get out of the way - I'm coming through!!'
I do NOT want to go through that again!! 
This post was modified 3 weeks ago by Tony Perrone
29/05/2026 6:29 am
Tony, I also had to use hand signals when I took my road test all those years ago. Too many old people on the road that have no business driving. 86 year old Mrs. Posner is one of them.All the more reason why drivers need to be retested when they reach a certain age.
Bite your tongue Pisano! I had to display hand signals when I took my initial driving test. My problem was using the right ones - because I actually had 12 of my own. They included everything from a one-finger signal to a windmill feature, signaling, 'Get out of the way - I'm coming through!!'
I do NOT want to go through that again!!
John Bono
North Jersey
29/05/2026 6:35 am
Tony, I also had to use hand signals when I took my road test all those years ago. Too many old people on the road that have no business driving. 86 year old Mrs. Posner is one of them.All the more reason why drivers need to be retested when they reach a certain age.
Bite your tongue Pisano! I had to display hand signals when I took my initial driving test. My problem was using the right ones - because I actually had 12 of my own. They included everything from a one-finger signal to a windmill feature, signaling, 'Get out of the way - I'm coming through!!'
I do NOT want to go through that again!!
You're right, of course, I make light of the real world situation. My step dad quit driving when he was 85. I feared for my life when he was the driver. At some point we decided that I would drive when I was visiting them. But mom (died at 98 and one month) quit when she was 92. She was a great driver even then. My sister turns 95 this July third and is a fantastic driver. At lease most of these older drivers aren't texting as they drive. OH that scares me! 
29/05/2026 8:15 am
@sizedoesmatter This 86 year old would gladly take a test but only if younger drivers also take the test. When I drive, that's all I do. I don't text, eat, drink, read the paper, talk on the phone, etc. Like everything in life, there are variables. Making age the only criteria is descrimination.
29/05/2026 8:35 am
Bob, label it as you please. but advanced affects ones reflexes. From AI...@sizedoesmatter This 86 year old would gladly take a test but only if younger drivers also take the test. When I drive, that's all I do. I don't text, eat, drink, read the paper, talk on the phone, etc. Like everything in life, there are variables. Making age the only criteria is descrimination.
Impact of Advanced Age on Reflexes
Decreased Reflex Responses
As individuals age, particularly starting around the age of 60, there is a noticeable decline in reflex responses. This decline is a natural part of the aging process and includes several key changes:
- Reduced Speed of Nerve Signal Conduction: The speed at which signals travel through the nerves decreases, affecting overall reaction times.
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Loss of Motor Control Cells: The brain experiences a reduction in the number of cells responsible for motor control, which can impair coordination and response to stimuli.
Consequences of Slower Reflexes
The effects of slower reflexes can lead to various challenges, including:
- Increased Risk of Falls: Slower reflexes can make it harder for older adults to react quickly to prevent falls, which can result in serious injuries.
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Decreased Coordination: Aging can lead to poorer coordination, making it difficult to perform tasks that require precise movements.
Importance of Staying Active
Maintaining physical activity can help mitigate some of the effects of aging on reflexes. Engaging in exercises that focus on balance, strength, and flexibility may improve overall motor function and reduce the risk of falls.
By understanding these changes, older adults can take proactive steps to enhance their safety and maintain their independence.
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Aging leads to a decrease in reflex responses, beginning around the age of 60, which includes the absence of jerk reflexes in various muscles. Additionally, reflexes and reaction times can slow due to changes in nerve conduction and brain function as one ages.
Older adults can improve their reflexes and motor control through balance training and strength exercises, which enhance muscle coordination and reaction times. Participating in activities like balance classes or specific drills can significantly help in maintaining and improving these skills.
As we age, the brain undergoes several changes, including loss of nerve cells and brain volume, particularly in areas responsible for cognitive functions like the frontal lobe and hippocampus. Additionally, there is a slowing of processing speed and cognitive decline, which can affect memory and attention.
This post was modified 3 weeks ago 2 times by John Bono
John Bono
North Jersey
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29/05/2026 9:11 am
I agree with you Bob, AI opinion or not, driving ability decline is very subjective and varies greatly. Regulations targeting just age are discrimination. I am as old as you and follow the same driving rules. Still love driving.
I also still slot car race with friends at a layout that was in our local hobby store but now in a barn. Racing is a good test of reflexes and I still hold my own.
This post was modified 3 weeks ago by David Green
michaeldetorrice and Tony Perrone reacted
29/05/2026 9:12 am
I can't wait to tell my missus that it appears her hippocampus is failing!
David Green and Tony Perrone reacted
29/05/2026 9:17 am
I can't wait to tell my missus that it appears her hippocampus is failing!
Wherever you find a college for hippos, you find a hippocampus.
Jack Dodds and David Green reacted
29/05/2026 9:17 am
@sizedoesmatter I'm sure the statistics are correct however I don't believe the vast majority of accidents are caused by older drivers as there are fewer of them and they are generally not distracted for the reasons stated above or drug and alcohol.
29/05/2026 9:29 am
@sizedoesmatter I'm sure the statistics are correct however I don't believe the vast majority of accidents are caused by older drivers as there are fewer of them and they are generally not distracted for the reasons stated above or drug and alcohol.
In the insurance industry for 45 years, it was obvious that many varieties of statistics are available. Each to suit a special entity's agenda. But the only ones that counted came from insurance national statistics. Each company had their own experience figures based on what their claims were and what they paid out. They were produced by many factors, including type of accident, speed involved, driver age, driving conditions, driver condition, etc.
Once collated they could be broken down into whatever class and category you'd like to investigate. For the longest time that I was in the industry, the senior drivers (classified as 65 and over and not broken down for age over 65) had the best records. It was said by some that they didn't have bad accidents but just caused them. There were no statistics to verify that. Teens were the worst and even today, pay the higher rates for insurability.
This post was modified 3 weeks ago by Tony Perrone
29/05/2026 10:31 am
We are all individuals and some decline faster than others. We can rationalize all we want but I suspect we are not the same driver that we were 20 years ago. Stay safe. By the way, I'm 83 years old and I can still navigate the streets and highways within "The Greater New York City Area."
John Bono
North Jersey
29/05/2026 11:30 am
@jack-dodds I'm fairly sure my wife will be equally thrilled to know about her hippocampus as well.
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