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Benefits of Buying an Accessible Vehicle from a NMEDA QAP Member

Buying a wheelchair accessible vehicle isn’t like buying a car off the lot. Cars on the lot—even accessible ones—probably don’t have the exact equipment your disabilities call for; the dealership usually doesn’t have a salesman…

5 Most Important Steps in Choosing an Accessible Vehicle

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If you are a person with disabilities and don’t yet have an accessible vehicle, it’s difficult to know where to start. You’ve worked with your doctor and therapist, maybe even a certified driver rehabilitation specialist (CDRS), but they…

Types of Wheelchair Securement Systems: Safety Necessities

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Securing a person with disabilities and their wheelchair inside a van is no fun, especially if you do it several times a day, but it can be a lifesaver in the event of an accident or sudden stop. “Wheelchair tie-downs,” “docking systems”…

Don’t Give Up on Getting an Accessible Vehicle

Wheelchair Accessible

They can be pricey, but don’t give up on getting that accessible vehicle you need. Pre-owned vans are a very affordable option. If it is not already converted, most of them can be retrofitted with the adaptive equipment you need. Many…

Adapted Vehicle Steering Aids: From Reduced Effort to Foot Steering

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There are many types of driving devices available that require minimum effort for steering or are designed especially for quadriplegics, those with prosthesis and those with limited grip strength. Some are customized according to individual…

Tips on Test-Driving a New Vehicle for Comfort

Wheelchair Accessible

Test-driving any new vehicle before you buy is a significant part of the purchase decision, especially if you are a senior or have disabilities. Three top criteria are affordability, gas mileage and comfort. Affordability and gas mileage…

Tips on Buying Your First Accessible Van

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You’ve been admiring a van at the local auto dealership and decide it is time to buy your first accessible vehicle. The salesman has a great spiel and suggests that it can be converted to an accessible vehicle nearby. But wait: Does he…

Get Back on the Road with a Wheelchair Motorcycle!

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If your disability has prevented you from feeling the wind on your face from atop your favorite motorcycle, you can have the bike converted or get a “trike kit” and modify it. Adaptive systems allow riders with a variety of right and/or…

Reminder: Wheelchair Safety While Driving or Riding

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If you use a wheelchair, you probably know how to get into and out of a car safely. You’ve seen a certified driver rehabilitation specialist and know the rules. But it doesn’t hurt to go over them periodically, and perhaps correct some bad…

The Best Source for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

Handicap Accessible Vehicles, Wheelchair Accessible

NMEDA is a non-profit trade association of mobility equipment manufacturers, dealers, driver rehabilitation specialists, and other professionals dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities and assisting with driving independence…

Benefits of Buying an Accessible Vehicle from a NMEDA QAP Member

5 Most Important Steps in Choosing an Accessible Vehicle

Types of Wheelchair Securement Systems: Safety Necessities

Don’t Give Up on Getting an Accessible Vehicle

Adapted Vehicle Steering Aids: From Reduced Effort to Foot Steering

Tips on Test-Driving a New Vehicle for Comfort

Tips on Buying Your First Accessible Van

Get Back on the Road with a Wheelchair Motorcycle!

Reminder: Wheelchair Safety While Driving or Riding

The Best Source for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

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