The use of driving simulation for the assessment, training and testing of older drivers.

The purpose of this report is to examine the application and utility of driving simulation for the assessment, testing, and experimental evaluation of older drivers in pursuit of increased safety and enhanced mobility. Comparisons across simulation methods are made in the light of proposed goals that are set in the realms of training, evaluation, and research. Chapter 1 is an introduction. Chapter 2 discusses the problems of the older driver (physical, cognitive, vision, etc.). Chapter 3 examines the types of simulation and chapter 4 the validation and cost/benefit of simulator use. The use of simulation for training, testing and evaluation of the older driver and for experimental research on the driving capability of older drivers are discussed in chapter 5. The fianl chapter, chapter 6, presents the recommendations developed from this study.