Driver Safety

AARP Virginia offers a range of online and in-person events to inform, entertain and help Old Dominion residents live their best lives.

New technology is rapidly changing your car, with features such as drowsy driver alerts and forward-collision warnings.

It is snow and ice season in the Granite State. Cold, wet weather oftentimes means challenging driving conditions in the northeast and we’re here with some tips for you!

For many older people unable or unwilling to drive, a volunteer driving program plays a key role in helping them stay in their homes and maintain independence.

As with most other Legislative committees, the Transportation Committee will also have new leadership as Senator Brian Boner moves over from the Ag committee, bringing a background in military affairs. Meanwhile, the House committee will have Landon Brown as its chair.

Improving your driving skills can save lives and cash.

AARP volunteers delivered more than 36,000 petition signatures to Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen demanding the Senate act to allow Medicare to negotiate for lower drug prices.

AARP Minnesota is seeking volunteer instructors for its Driver Safety program, which is offering virtual classes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

AARP Driver Safety is available online

Catalytic converter theft has become a huge problem in Colorado and throughout the entire country. According to Colorado State Patrol data, only 151 catalytic converter thefts were reported to Colorado law enforcement agencies in 2019. In 2020, that number jumped to 930. Theft of the emissions-control devices increased by nearly 1,500% statewide in 2021, the largest year-over-year jump among all states. Nationwide, catalytic converter thefts more than quadrupled in 2021.