As a person who has been driving a car for over 35 years I have made one singular observation. Cars are made much safer these days. Seat belts, air bags, better braking systems, better lights, and now proximity warning etc. I have not seen any improvement in driver training or requirements for licensing and driver training. The only thing I can think of is Drivers Ed which both of my children took but it is optional. I tested and received my drivers license in 1969, and have never been required to retest. That is absurd. I would be very much in favor of much stricter driving exams and retesting at regular intervals. I see people every day who do not know or ignore the basic rules of the road. Make cars as safe as possible but the problem is still the person behind the wheel.
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