How many people with cognitive impairment still drive?

In one South Texas county, the majority of older adults with cognitive impairment are still driving, a study finds.

Noah Fromson-U. Michigan • futurity
July 20, 2023 ~5 min

Fewer car-deer crashes with permanent daylight saving

Permanent daylight saving time could prevent an estimated 36,550 deer deaths and 33 human deaths each year, say researchers.

James Urton-U. Washington • futurity
Nov. 3, 2022 ~7 min


Different motorcycle lighting could save lives

A new motorcycle lighting design could help drivers see motorcyclists sooner. That could save lives, researchers say.

Amy McCaig-Rice University • futurity
Oct. 18, 2022 ~3 min

Different motorcycle lighting could save lives

A new motorcycle lighting design could help drivers see motorcyclists sooner. That could save lives, researchers say.

Amy McCaig-Rice University • futurity
Oct. 18, 2022 ~3 min

Try it: Easy test checks older drivers’ car accident risk

A new questionnaire that allows older drivers to assess their "attentional performance" during driving can predict who is at risk of having an accident.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
June 2, 2022 ~6 min

Sleep apnea can make driving dangerous for older drivers

Older adults are more likely to experience sleep apnea. That could put them at higher risk for having an accident while driving.

Talia Ogliore-WUSTL • futurity
April 21, 2022 ~7 min

Sleep apnea can make driving dangerous for older drivers

Older adults are more likely to experience sleep apnea. That could put them at higher risk for having an accident while driving.

Talia Ogliore-WUSTL • futurity
April 21, 2022 ~7 min

Fastest GPS routes may have higher crash risk

Your GPS may give you the fastest route to get to where you're going. But that doesn't mean it will be the safest one.

Texas A&M University • futurity
March 1, 2022 ~6 min


Cannabis-related fatal car crashes double in 20 years

Researchers are noticing a pattern that suggests alcohol might not be the only culprit behind impaired driving. Cannabis is also playing a role.

Jessica Colarossi-Boston University • futurity
Dec. 27, 2021 ~5 min

Computer training could reduce accidents for older drivers

A computer training program called Drive Aware could help older drivers detect hazards on the road and avoid unsafe incidents, including crashes.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
June 29, 2021 ~5 min

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