Why is BC the only place in North America that makes new drivers display L/N?

[crazyjoeda]

Something needs to be done about seniors driving, of course not all seniors are bad drivers but too many do drive dangerously. I don't think its unreasonable to implement mandatory retesting for people over 80.

[whatnext]

Originally Posted by crazyjoeda

Something needs to be done about seniors driving, of course not all seniors are bad drivers but too many do drive dangerously. I don't think its unreasonable to implement mandatory retesting for people over 80.

There is:

Who must take a Driver’s Medical Exam?

Many people discover a reason to take a Driver's Medical Exam. It could be because the driver:..
* Is approaching 80 years of age. There will also be a medical exam every two years after this significant birthday.
http://www.icbc.com/driver-licensing...m/medical-exam

[trofirhen]

Originally Posted by crazyjoeda

Something needs to be done about seniors driving, of course not all seniors are bad drivers but too many do drive dangerously. I don't think its unreasonable to implement mandatory retesting for people over 80.

I think you are right. In several European countries, including Germany and France, once a driver's licence is issued, it is for life. There is no periodic retesting, as in BC.

The result: aged drivers, motor skills often impaired, reflexes often diminished, continuing to drive unchecked, causing frequent, serious MVAs.