F.L. Whiteley wrote:

Here in Colorado, in order to secure a drivers license at 16, 50 hours of
dual, with parent or guardian, must be logged. Currently the driver is
restricted from driving between midnight and 5am. Commencing July 1st of
this year, a young person must have held a permit for a minimum of 12
months prior to getting a drivers license. After getting the license, they
will only be permitted one minor passenger during the first 12 months,
restricted to a family member only for the first six months.


Yes, it's that way in California, too. And they drive sensably until
they have the ticket, and then the teens go like maniacs. I happen to
remember being a teen a long, long time ago...in Chicago. Having been
a step-parent conducting some of that 50+ hours, I'm ashamed I didn't
learn more about the art of teaching...

Still: NO Biennial _Driver_ Review required...witness the
eighty-something man who plowed through Farmers' Market in Santa
Monica, killng 10, injuring 25. I've heard of some elderly but
competent pilots who've voluntarily chosen not to fly anymore. I hope
I am fortunate enough to live so long, and be graced with good
judgement to know when I need to hang it up (kneeboard and/or car
keys).

Pete