Commerce offers safety program for older drivers

By Chris Reidy, Globe Staff

The Commerce Insurance Co. said it is teaming with In Control Advanced Driver Training, the state-certified crash prevention program, to provide senior citizens with the skills necessary to reduce their risk of being involved in a crash.

Commerce said it is making the program available to licensed drivers age 65 and older for $75, now through August 14, a savings of more than $200.00.

"In Control provides hands-on crash prevention training in a safe environment, where professional instructors help seniors refine the skills and attitudes needed to be a safe driver, as well as teach them how to compensate for driving skills that may have decreased over the years," Commerce said in a press release.

Older drivers has become a hot topic in Massachusetts following a series of high-profile accidents involving older drivers. Some state lawmakers recently vowed to "fast track" proposed legislation that aim to further regulate older drivers.