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If you want to make our roads safer, get gran or grandad to sit in the back during the driving test...

By Tony Watts - Editor - 02/07/2010

It’s become almost a ritual now. A new survey or report seems to come out every few months saying that older drivers should be tested/medically checked/refreshed. And I find myself in a radio or TV studio defending the millions of people aged 65 and over who still hold a driving licence. A number that rises every year.

RAC urges review of older motorists

The driving needs of older motorists must be reviewed to meet the demands and concerns of this growing category of road users, according to the 2010 RAC Report on Motoring.

With the number of older drivers set to more than double to over six million in the next 20 years, the Report reveals 84% of drivers aged 70 or over acknowledge the value in a refresher driving course, and 69% of all motorists support compulsory medical checks at age 70 and above.

Women drivers... have different crashes from their male counterparts

Men and women will always argue about who are the better drivers, but one area where there is a clear difference between the sexes is the type of accidents they have in their cars. For instance, while women tend to do more rear shunts, male drivers are more likely to mow down an unsuspecting badger...

Older drivers are the safest, says IAM

Drivers over 70 are no more likely to cause crashes than any other driver, and are considerably safer than younger drivers, according to a report published today by the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).

Make safety your aim as the clocks go back

As the clocks go back this Sunday, new research from specialist insurer RIAS has revealed that nearly eight million UK motorists are putting their safety at risk by not taking vehicle safety precautions during the darker winter months.

Clever TVR - ever the extrovert

One of Britain's most distinguished marques is the TVR - a sports car that epitomises our love of the open road. Russell Hayes has just written a definitive book on the TVR, and another sports car aficionado, Andrew Fawkes, reviews it.

So you think YOU can park!

Do you get problems parking? Then watch how a professional does it.

Terry Grant, international stunt driver, is launching Aviva's nationwide search to find the UK's most troublesome parking spots.

New Proton ecoLogic saves motorists money without costing the earth

For motorists looking for a new car that combines economical and ecological savings, the new Proton GEN-2 ecoLogic delivers the best of both worlds. Combining the reliability and low maintenance benefits of a new car, with the money saving and eco-benefits of LPG (liquid petroleum gas) fuel, the Proton GEN-2 ecoLogic is an ideal choice for cost and carbon conscious car owners.

Philip's still on track for racing success

Philip Barak started motor racing in 1956. And while his name may not be up there with Moss and Mansell, having focused on Formula 2 and 3, his record includes victories over some of the greats – including beating Jackie Stewart.

Honda Insight - Save the Planet with Road Rage?

I recently enjoyed the privilege of driving Honda’s new hybrid-drive Insight family hatchback model. This car is the latest generation of Honda cars to use their Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system, first pioneered on the original Insight back in 1999. Sadly, I now harbour a new concern - an insight you might call it - brought to the fore by my small test drive around Bristol, which I will now explain.

Are you a rusty driver?

Almost a million British motorists are ‘rusty drivers’, whether they realise it or not, and they are putting themselves and others at risk. Could you be one of them? asks Jennifer Phippard

Courses to refresh and update driving skills for older drivers

If you live in Dorset and want to make sure your driving skills are still as sharp as they were, here's your chance to brush them up.

Speed cameras - do they really work?

Speed cameras (not for the first time, and - I'm guessing here - not for the last) are in the news. But do they work? Are they simply ways to milk the driving public? Or do they do more harm than good? By Andrew Fawkes, MT's motoring correspondent.

The new Honda - and all that Jazz

Honda has now sold over two million of their "Tardis Class" cars worldwide. Whilst many of the traditional competitors have been revising their product, Honda have been busy improving the original concept… welcome to the new Honda Jazz. Our Motoring Editor Andrew Fawkes takes a ride - and takes you on a video tour.