Drivers over the age of 70 are among the safest road users, according to one motoring organisation.
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) said this demographic is no more likely to cause a crash than any other, suggesting that retesting older drivers may not be a good decision.
"We believe that where drivers wish to continue behind the wheel beyond the age of 70, only convincing reasons should prevent them from doing so," said Greg Lewis of Age Concern/Help the Aged.
Findings from the IAM show that over the next 20 years, the number of female drivers is set to double, while the number of women behind the wheel will treble.
Meanwhile, it was found that men in their 70s make more trips in their cars than those in their late teens, showing that older generations are keen to get out and about.
"The IAM recommends that, rather than seeking to prevent older people from driving, we need to make them aware of the risks they face, and offer them driving assessments to help them cope with these risks," suggested IAM director of policy and research Neil Greig.
Findings suggest that motorists over the age of 70 are safer when it comes to driving around bends and overtaking than people who are 20 years younger, but are more at risk on junctions, roundabouts and slip roads.
High speed roads are also particularly hazardous, the IAM revealed, although crashes are generally less common among 70-year-olds because they are more careful and restrained.
In recent weeks, the IAM warned drivers of diesel vehicles that their fuel tanks could be at risk of waxing, which occurs when freezing temperatures lead to crystals forming in the fluid.
The group advised people to park in sheltered areas to avoid cars becoming too exposed to the sub-zero temperatures.
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