May is National Mobility Awareness Month
Drivers With Disabilities, Industry News, Living With a Disability, Mobility EquipmentSince 2012, May has been recognized as National Mobility Awareness Month, sponsored by the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA).
As an advocate for mobility and accessibility for drivers with disabilities, NMEDA and its members continue to support National Mobility Awareness Month...
Mobility My Way: The Move to a Minivan
Drivers With Disabilities, Living With a Disability, SpotlightThis story begins back in the days of car-toppers and bench seats. Remember those? Long before lowered floor minivans and ramp equipped SUVs became the norm—actually, long before minivans and SUVs were even invented—these were a few of the things disabled drivers considered when looking at vehicles to get them on the road...
The Ins and Outs of Roadside Assistance
Drivers With Disabilities, Living With a Disability, Safety TipsWhen your vehicle dies on the road or you have a flat tire or dead battery, you need help, especially if you are a person with disabilities. Thank goodness for roadside assistance. But finding the ideal company requires some digging as no two…
Winter Maintenance for Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV)
Drivers With Disabilities, Handicap Accessible Vehicles, Wheelchair AccessibleWith the winter months here, it’s important to make sure your adaptive vehicle is in good shape to maximize protection and prevent breakdowns brought on by cold weather conditions. Here are some key items we recommend having checked on your…
Teens with Disabilities: Learning to Drive A Handicap Accessible Vehicle
Drivers With DisabilitiesThe majority of teenagers will assert that learning to drive not only makes for an exciting experience but also marks a very important moment in life – moving a step closer towards achieving independence. Teens living with a disability are…
Mobility My Way: It’s the Journey that Matters
Drivers With Disabilities, SpotlightSitting in front of the home computer screen, Army veteran Tim Kelly glides through Google Earth image views and bookmarks the National Parks, historical places of interest, landmarks, intersections, and even visible handicap parking spaces…
Driving with MS: Knowing Your Options
Disability Benefits Info, Drivers With DisabilitiesThankfully, living with multiple sclerosis does not have to mean losing the ability to drive. There is a variety of adaptive automobile equipment available. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society can help you consider all your needs and resources…
Car Insurance for Mobility Vehicles and Drivers with Disabilities
Drivers With Disabilities, Handicap Accessible Vehicles, Mobility EquipmentFor drivers with disabilities, a handicap accessible vehicle can transform day-to-day life with added independence. To keep the freedom of the open road rolling strong, there are a few critical steps to take: finding and purchasing the right…
Adaptive Vehicles: Five Questions and Answers
Drivers With Disabilities, Handicap Accessible VehiclesHaving freedom and independence is critical to maintaining a healthy attitude toward life. The ability to drive is usually at the top of the list when it comes to achieving independence for someone with mobility challenges. There are many options…
Mobility My Way: Up for the Challenge
Drivers With Disabilities, Spotlight
By Mike Savicki
Upon meeting and chatting with Joel Rodriguez, it doesn’t take long to realize he is something special. Sure, Joel’s energy and zest for making the most out of every day set him apart from most. So, too, does his smile…