Adaptive Driving, General

"Adaptive cars and vans enable driving with a disability for those who are mobility-impaired. For example, for people with disabilities who use wheelchairs, adaptive vans (""wheelchair vans"") come equipped with such adaptive driving equipment as hand controls and wheelchair lifts. The good news? More and more auto manufacturers are beginning to address this growing market. The bad news? Adaptations can still be fairly expensive. Find out more about your options here."

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American Idol Contestant Gifted with Accessibility

America watched the heart-wrenching story unfold as American Idol contestant Chris Medina wheeled his fiancée, Juliana Ramos in to meet the judges.

Wheelchair Accessible Motorcycle Conquest Lets You Hit the Road

There are currently only 30 wheelchair accessible motorcycles in the U.S., but that's about to change with the arrival of the Conquest from the U.K. Start saving for your dream wheels!

Handicap Hand Controls: Not for the Heavy-Handed

Handicap hand controls: what kind to get, how much they cost, installation techniques, where to get the best hand controls and more!

Tantrums, Flat Tires, and Tickets: Dealing with Violators in Handicapped Parking, Texas-style

Want to make handicapped parking violators pay? You can do just that in Houston, Texas, where disabled parking program volunteers don’t get mad, they get even.

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