Should people over 70 have to renew their driving licence?

Many people believe that young people are responsible for most accidents. However, there are a growing number of accidents being reported involving people over 70. This has made some people call for the over 70's to re-take their driving test. Is it a good idea or is it unfair?

The people of south park panic after they hear old people are driving home. Is it really that bad?

Some people argue that due to natural ageing, elderly people over the age of 70 begin to lose their natural ability to drive and can potentially be dangerous. It's stories and incidents like the one below that only help to strengthen this view:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/8365665.stm

Read the article above, print it and bring it to your next class. Above the headline you can click on 'printable version' to save you paper and ink. We will discuss some of the new language in the article next lesson.

Now watch the video clip below from BBC's 'Top Gear' and be prepared to discuss the following questions:

1. Is it right that the video shows elderly people to be more dangerous than young drivers?

2. There are many level crossings in Wroclaw. Have you ever seen someone drive through the lights just to save time?

3. Were you shocked at just how much the train damaged the car?

4. Is a video like this the best way to stop people driving through the lights?

Enjoy your weekend as always.

See you next week.

Gregor