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August 19, 2025
Conversations for Caring
Tuesday August 19, 2025, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
As advanced technology becomes increasingly integrated into modern automobiles, concerns are growing about its impact on driver safety—especially among older adults.
While features like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and infotainment systems are designed to enhance safety and convenience, they can also introduce complexity and distraction. This presentation will look at the importance of understanding automate systems' limitations, and will provide an update on ways to address unsafe driving practices in friends and relatives.
Presenters:
- Michele Ellicks, Community Outreach Coordinator, Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles
- Mark Shieldrop,Senior Spokesperson, AAA Northeast
Register for High Tech, High Risk: Older Driver Safety in Our Digital World
