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Seniors: There’s a Car Built Just For You

As seniors we’re no longer looking for that sleek little sports car – we couldn’t get out of one if we could get into it. We couldn’t double clutch it and…
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How to Select the Right Size Accessible Vehicle

  We hear a lot of talk about which accessible vehicle to buy. It all depends on your unique mobility needs and your lifestyle. (Do you tote around business…
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Update on Traveling With a Service Animal

On March 15, 2011, the Americans with Disabilities Act changed the definition of a “service animal” as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or…
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Safety tips: Why Anchor a Wheelchair in Accessible Vehicle?

Vehicles right off the line that have no accessible or adaptive equipment are designed with a safety bubble comprised of firmly anchored seats, seat belts and a…
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Flying to Canada? You Might See Prince William and His Bride

Flying to Canada? You Might See Prince William and His Bride Heads up Anglophiles: After their April wedding, Prince William and Kate Middleton will tour Canada…
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5-Star Safety Ratings Effective on 2011 Vehicles

  With the new 5-Star Safety Ratings System of 2011 and 2012, it is safer for seniors and those with disabilities to drive. High-tech safety features can…
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5 Top Travel Destinations for Nature Lover Travelers with Disabilities

Traveling for those with a disability can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be overly so with careful planning and preparation.  Following are 5 fabulous…
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No More Blind Spots and Other Good News

Drivers with disabilities can have enlarged mirrors on their vehicles to detect blind spots and even radar-enabled blind spot detection devices to enhance their…
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Tips on Buying Auto Insurance for Those with Disabilities

  Are you a safe driver? Discount! Are you married? Discount! Is your vehicle modified in any way? Oops. Modified vehicles send up red flags to insurance companies.…
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Veterans with Disabilities Can Get Grants for Mobility Vans, Adapted Equipment

Purchasing a wheelchair van or having your own vehicle modified for your disabilities is costly. To help our veterans and service members with disabilities, the…