NEXCO EAST as part of efforts to prevent reverse running on Expressway by elderly drivers "Let's run backwards with the whole family" project let's start doing ....

NEXCO EAST has been working hard to prevent reverse running on Expressway, including hardware measures such as road markings and arrow boards for all generations, including elderly drivers. We continue to implement a project to promote understanding of the actions that should be taken. This time of the reverse run on the Expressway 66% due to drivers over 65 Focusing on the fact that, in addition to the measures and projects so far, New project to prevent "reverse driving on Expressway for older drivers" Will start.

• In this project, "reverse running of elderly drivers on Expressway" is not a problem for elderly drivers themselves, but for their families. “What can happen to your parents and grandparents” It is a project to get more people interested in it.
• We would like to invite three members of the family to take action right now.
  [1] Let's all know the reverse run with the whole family
  [2] Let's check with the whole family
  [3] Protect the whole family from running backwards
• November 18 (Sunday) "Family Day" at the Umihotaru parking area "Reverse run with all the family" enlightenment event To carry out.

Official site Will update the latest information on the project "Let's run backwards with the whole family".

1 About the "Let's run backwards with the whole family" project

Project name: "Let's run backwards with the whole family"

Project content:

"Elderly drivers Expressway reverse run in", Expressway instead of the problem of elderly drivers only to operate the, regarded as "that can happen to your parents and grandparents", the family of the elderly drivers This is a project that will help prevent reverse running by raising interest.

2 Social background behind the start of the project “Let's run backwards with the whole family”

NEXCO EAST clearly indicated the direction of travel with road markings and arrow boards for all generations including elderly drivers in order to prevent reverse run at Expressway We have continued to carry out projects to promote understanding of actions to be taken when observing information on vehicles and reverse vehicles.

However, in 2017, 207 reverse runs occurred on Expressway nationwide. 66% run backwards by drivers over 65 There is also a fact that cannot be overlooked.

Against this background, NEXCO EAST is working as a part of efforts to prevent reverse driving on Expressway by elderly drivers. We are going to start the "Let's run backwards with the whole family" project.

3 "Let's run backwards with the whole family" Start-Thoughts of NEXCO EAST

A message from NEXCO EAST to the "Let's run backwards with the whole family" project

4 Three Actions That You Can Do Right Now, "Reverse Runs with the Whole Family"

In order to prevent "elderly drivers running backwards on the Expressway", let's start the three actions "Let's run backwards for the whole family".

Expressway can happen to your family.

Reverse running accidents are about 40 times more likely to cause fatal accidents than all accidents that occur on Expressway is. Reverse running can be a life threatening act.

However, about 200 reverse runs occur every year on Expressway across the country. That 66% run backwards by drivers over 65 is.

Did you know that next Sunday October 21st is "Grandchild's Day"? I think there are families who have a great time together, such as grandpa and grandma and grandchildren going out and having a meal together. When your family gathers, why don't you start your first action to prevent "reverse running" with your family?

• Is there any driver in your family or relatives who is 65 years or older?
• Have you recently been riding in that person?
• What if that person runs backwards?

Thinking that way is the first step in all actions.

There are five points to see. Check your driving abilities by using the "Drive Here's Featured List"!

As the second action that the family can take when the family gathers, such as "Grandchild's Day", I would like you to pay attention to the driving of the elderly driver here. "Attention list here for driving" We asked Mr. Takashi Asada, Director of Memory Clinic Ochanomizu and Professor Emeritus of University of Tsukuba.

"The reason why elderly drivers are more likely to have traffic violations and traffic accidents including reverse running "Loss of attention" is. However, in many cases, the elderly driver himself is not aware of the "low attention", so there are cases in which he is overconfident that he is okay.

Therefore, while riding in a car driven by an elderly driver, referring to the above list, what is dangerous about the actual driving of the driver such as how to keep the distance between vehicles, the timing to apply the brakes, and the handling of the steering wheel at the back in the parking lot I would like you to discuss specifically. (Ms. Asada)

Dr. Asada points out that driving a car requires three advanced motor skills.

• (1) Understand what is happening "Cognitive function"
• (2) Move your body "physical ability"
• (3) Take commands from the brain to act quickly "Mixed mind and body"

These three advanced motor skills are required to drive a car safely.

Driving a car requires a high level of athletic ability, and it is difficult for the person to judge the decline in ability. Therefore, it is important that the family and the family check together regularly, as in the case of a physical examination. Can be said.

Dr. Asada recommends riding in a car and using a “driving here list” as a way for family members to check their driving ability on a daily basis.

Check the points where reverse running is likely to occur!

By knowing the places where reverse running is likely to occur in advance, you can reduce the risk of reverse running during driving.

[Points where reverse running is likely to occur]

• (1) Near ICs (interchanges) and toll gates
• (2) Toll gate exit
• (3) SA (Service Area) / PA (Parking Area)

• In response to these points, NEXCO EAST is proceeding with measures to prevent reverse run by installing road markings, signboards that prohibit entry, and arrow boards.

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NEXCO EAST sends information such as actions to be taken when viewing and listening to the reverse vehicle information in order to prevent reverse accidents. Please check with your family and drive safely.

What if you find a reverse-running car on a Expressway?

What if you see and hear information about a reverse-run vehicle?

Information of the reverse running vehicle, the Expressway has been immediately carried out provided on the information boards and highway radio or the like. If you see or hear the reverse running information, slow down, keep a sufficient distance between vehicles, and watch the movement of the vehicle ahead. If you find a reverse vehicle ahead, stop at a safe place such as a shoulder and avoid a collision.

What should I do if I run backwards on a Expressway?

• [1] Stop at a safe place and turn on the hazard lamp
• [2] Evacuate to a safe place nearby (do not stay in the car)
• [3] Call 110 or emergency telephone near you

What if you make a mistake or go too far?

If you overshoot the intended interchange, continue driving and get off at the next interchange. At the interchange exit, please use the lane where there is a toll booth staff and ask the staff.

• Toll gate staff will guide you to the intended interchange, but please note that it may not be possible depending on the structure of the interchange.

5 November 18th (Sunday), “Family Day”, “Reverse run for the whole family” enlightenment event at Umihotaru Parking Area

In addition to the above event venues, we are planning to distribute pamphlets for "Let's go backwards for the whole family" at SA (service area) and PA (parking area).

In addition, the NEXCO EAST website will be updated with the latest information on the project "Reverse Reverse for the Whole Family" project, where families can think together to prevent reverse race.

Click here for the latest information.