This paper examines the safety and mobility tradeoffs associated with the deployment of Advanced Traveller Information Systems (ATIS). Specifically the impacts of in-vehicle navigation systems for older drivers are explored. The number of older drivers (defined here as those over 65 years of age) will at least double over the next 20 years. Older drivers attempt to compensate for sensory, perceptual, cognitive and physical limitations by modifying when and where they travel. It is likely that ATIS will introduce another compensating mechanism. Introduction of ATIS, in the form of in-vehicle navigation systems, has the potential to improve mobility and therefore quality of life of older drivers. However, because they can also change exposure to road related risk their impacts need further investigation. A research program is outlined which aims to explore the mobility impacts of IVNS through a field trial. Initial qualitative research conducted through focus groups suggests that these systems could produce changes in the number, nature and timing of trips by older drivers. (Author/publisher) For the covering entry of this conference, please see ITRD abstract no. E205914.
Samenvatting