Australian notebook. Older drivers are losing their licenses

Driving

Middle aged man holding steering wheel.See other photos of that model: Source: E+

Every year, around 100 000 driver are losing their privilege to drive, due to age. However there is no federal law compelling doctors to report patients who are a danger to themselves and to the public. Canberra is calling for "zero road deaths" by 2050.



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