California DMV finally did something right for a change. They eliminated the re-testing requirement for drivers over age 70. Now it will be base on the individual's driving record. We still have to go in to get an up-to-date picture and vision test, so there's still that inconvenience.

As far as the RealID is concerned, I've been told repeatedly by TSA that if you have a government issued ID of some other sort, you don't need the enhanced driver's license. These include a passport, passport card, military or DOD id, etc.