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."

Videos

wheelchair user leaving adaptive van

Adaptive Driving 101: What You Need to Know

Check out all the adaptive driving equipment you need to get started driving with a disability.

Glen House, wheelchair user, next to his custom wheelchair lift on his truck

Dr. Glen House Shows Off His Wheelchair Lift on His Truck

You can learn a lot from Disaboom members - in this video, Disaboom co-founder Dr. Glen House demonstrates the wheelchair lift kit on his truck.

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