Age-friendly cars: What to look for as driving needs change

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: LeAnne Gendreau, Amy Amy Cameron O’Rourke, Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck , Katherine Amb, as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · June 25, 2026 · 1 min read

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As people age, their needs while driving can change. Experts from Aging Untold note that newer vehicles may make driving easier for older adults. These vehicles often include driver-assist technology.

However, they still require careful consideration. Further information on age-friendly cars is available from the Aging Untold experts, including details on self-driving technology and its potential benefits for older drivers, through KOSA CBS7.

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Category: local · Published: June 25, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 1 min

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Age-friendly cars: What to look for as driving needs change

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