10-14-2017, 07:52 PM
(10-14-2017, 05:49 PM)tomh009 Wrote:(10-14-2017, 03:06 PM)SammyOES Wrote: I don't think you need regular driving tests because you're not driving totally unchecked. The feedback loop is in tickets / infractions / accidents. Bad drivers will get more of those and should ultimately be removed from the road. Its much more accurate feedback than a regular test would be. Although we probably need changes to get 'bad' drivers off the road quicker.
I'm not convinced that's really enough. It'll be a lot of tickets/accidents before your licence is pulled.
I would support road tests at least as people get older. Maybe at 50, 65, 75, 80, 85, 90 etc.
Your position does assume that all such bad drivers are over the age of 50. There are plenty of bad and inconsiderate drivers who are much younger than that.
I think there should be retesting every five years from the time you get your license. Driving has the potential to be very dangerous both to the driver and others. What's the problem with ongoing retesting to ensure they possess the skills and aptitude to drive?
It is far too easy to get and keep a driver's license in this country. Christ! You can have repeat impaired offences and still be issued a license.