Using grounded theory to elicit the driving needs of older people

Musselwhite, Charles; Haddad, Hebba

Abstract

The ageing process tends to impact negatively on driving ability and behaviour increasing the likelihood of accidents. Traditionally, research tends to have been top-down and as such misses the needs, motivations and attitudes of the drivers themselves. This research worked in-depth with a small number of older drivers using a grounded theory approach to elicit their needs and requirements with regards to the driving task. It identified a number of issues that previous research had highlighted, including shortened reaction times, increased fatigue and problems with glare but in addition emphasised some novel issues, including marinating the vehicle speed at a consistent level and issues with distraction. The role new technology has in meeting such needs is briefly discussed.

Citation

Musselwhite, C., & Haddad, H. (2009, April). Using grounded theory to elicit the driving needs of older people. Paper presented at Include 2009: International Conference on Inclusive Design, London, UK

• Presentation Conference Type: Conference Paper (unpublished)
• Conference Name: Include 2009: International Conference on Inclusive Design
• Conference Location: London, UK
• Start Date: Apr 5, 2009
• End Date: Apr 8, 2009
• Publication Date: Apr 5, 2009
• Publicly Available Date: Jun 8, 2019
• Peer Reviewed: Not Peer Reviewed
• Keywords: needs and requirements, ageing, driving behaviour, technology
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/996890