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My grandma is 85 and gets so annoyed about the driving question because she's still fine. But it sounds like your MIL is getting defensive because she still wants to drive even though she shouldn't. People take that stuff as an insult.
I think there should be a driving test for people once they reach a certain age. Maybe even every ten years or something. That won't stop people driving like hoons in the meantime. but I wonder how many would fail.
That 'certain age' should be 30 imo. And maybe 25 for tradies driving to the public danger in walloping great SUVs stuffed to the gunnels with tools & ladders. Or, alternatively, anyone involved in a car accident or parking bingle has to get re-tested no matter what age they are to claim their insurance. At 'fault' or not. This could take all the ageism out of getting re-tested. And imo would lead to MUCH more polite and courteous driving. From everybody.
I agree.
Am totally with you one this one