Road accidents and fatalities have risen significantly over time. To improve road safety, some suggest that drivers should take regular driving tests, rather than just one. While I think this idea has its benefits, its potential downsides may be greater.
Although, regular tests can identify drivers who are no longer competent. This will help in ensuring that only competent and safe drivers are allowed to drive. As a result, it will reduce accidents and save lives. For example, my uncle, who is over 50 years, retook driving test and got to know that he will get license only after passing defensive driving to improve his driving.
Nevertheless, taking driving tests again and again may be a hassle. First and foremost, the cost and time required for regular driving tests can be a major burden, particularly for low-income drivers who may struggle to afford the added expense. For example, a student working part-time to make ends meet may need to sacrifice other essential expenses to pay for the test.
In addition, repeat driving tests may not be an effective way to improve road safety, as they may not accurately reflect a driver’s ability to drive safely In real-world situations. Also, drivers may become complacent between tests and engage in risky driving behaviors. For example, my cousin has a habit of texting while driving, but he made sure to keep his phone away during test, hiding his true behavior.
In conclusion, while regular driving tests can help identify incompetent drivers and improve road safety, the potential drawbacks like financial and time burden and risky behavior of drivers cannot be ignored. Therefore there should be some alternative solutions like public awareness campaigns to address the issue.