goHunterdon is excited to announce the availability of CarFit in Hunterdon County. CarFit is a community-based educational program created in 2006 by AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). The program promotes continued safe driving and mobility among older drivers by focusing on safety, comfort, and fit in a driver’s personal vehicle.
CarFit is not a driving test. Instead, it’s a free 20-minute personalized session where trained goHunterdon technicians guide participants through a 12-step checklist to assess how well they “fit” in their vehicle. The session covers important safety elements such as seat positioning, mirror alignment to reduce blind spots, proper seatbelt adjustment, and optimal steering wheel placement—all tailored to maximize driving comfort and safety.
goHunterdon recently held CarFit sessions in partnership with the Hunterdon County Department of Senior, Disabilities, and Veterans Services at the Hunterdon County Senior Center. Attendees found the recommendations from goHunterdon staff helpful and appreciated the opportunity to enhance their driving experience.
In addition to the in-vehicle evaluation, participants received informational materials covering updates to key roadway safety laws, including:
New Jersey’s “Move Over” Law, requiring drivers to move over or slow down when approaching stationary emergency vehicles or service vehicles with flashing lights.
The Safe Passing Law, which mandates drivers to use “due caution” and provide ample space when passing pedestrians, bicyclists, scooter riders, wheelchair users, and other vulnerable road users.
If you’d like to bring CarFit to your organization or schedule a personal session, visit gohunterdon.org/safety/carfit, email Ryan Fisher, goHunterdon Safety Programs Manager, rfisher@gohunterdon.org, or call goHunterdon at 908-788-5553.
