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NMEDA’s New Website Is Here!
NMEDA's New Website Is Here! We're excited to announce that nmeda.org has gotten a fresh website refresh designed to better serve you. The updated site makes it easier than ever to find the resources you need. From improved navigation to a more user-friendly...
NMEDA’s 2026 Conference & Expo Is Here!
The Biggest Event in Mobility Is Happening Now. Here's How You Can Be Part of It! It's officially here! NMEDA's 2026 Conference & Expo has kicked off in Orlando, Florida, and the energy is electric. From February 19–22, the Rosen Shingle Creek is filled with...
FR Conversions Earns NMEDA MQAP Accreditation
FR Conversions Earns NMEDA MQAP Accreditation NMEDA is pleased to share that FR Conversions has earned accreditation under NMEDA's Manufacturer Quality Assurance Program (MQAP) across its retail mobility product lines. The announcement was made by FR Conversions in a...
Celebrating Black History: Black Pioneers Who Shaped Mobility and Accessibility
Celebrating Black History: Black Pioneers Who Shaped Mobility and Accessibility As we celebrate Black History Month, we shine a light on an often overlooked chapter in our nation's story: the remarkable intersection of Black innovation and disability rights....
NMEDA Congratulates Doug Collins on Senate Confirmation as VA Secretary
TAMPA, FL — The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) congratulates Doug Collins on his Senate confirmation as Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs. NMEDA CEO Toby Cummings issued the following statement: "On behalf of the National...
Safe Snow Driving Tips for Wheelchair Accessible Van
Safe Snow Driving Tips for Wheelchair Accessible Vans Winter weather can be unpredictable and snowstorms present unique challenges for all drivers—especially those relying on wheelchair-accessible vans. This season, record-breaking snowfall has blanketed parts of the...
Mobility My Way: A Life of Adventure, A Lifetime of Passion
Dennis Knox: A Life of Adventure, A Lifetime of Passion By Mike Savicki If you happen to be wondering, by chance, what it’s like to survive being lost at sea for more than 24 hours, Dennis Knox is the guy you should ask. He can also tell you a good bit about big and...
Preparing to Travel With a Disability
With the holidays drawing near, it’s time to get plans for family visits and end-of-year trips finalized before the busy season is in full swing. Traveling with a disability that requires mobility equipment can quickly become a stressful task if proper accommodations...
Mobility My Way: He’s a Car Guy (In a Car Family)
Chris Malcom’s three (plus) decades on the road. By Mike Savicki Georgia’s Chris Malcom is a car guy. Always has been. The older the cars are, the better. And if you must know, Chris leans towards Chevy’s. You might say it runs in the family. When I reached out to...
Member Spotlight: EMC
As a proud corporate partner of NMEDA, Electronic Mobility Controls (EMC) was pleased to share some of their experiences through this member spotlight. We are excited for you to learn more about one of our longest-standing members. Discover why EMC continues to...
Accessible Minivans for Parents with Disabilities
Being a parent is a round the clock job, with no paid vacation or sick days. After all the hours of taking care of your child, the hard work is always worth it. But when you have mobility issues, the work becomes a little more challenging and can require more...
Catching Up With The NMEDA University of Florida Scholarship Winner
Catching Up With The NMEDA University of Florida Scholarship Winner Did you know that NMEDA hosts a scholarship program? Each year NMEDA partners with University of Florida DRS Certificate Program for one individual to sit for the program and this year's...
Safety Tips on 4-Point Tiedown Wheelchair Securement
For people with disabilities, it is vital to remember how to correctly fasten the wheelchair securements in an accessible van. The four-point tiedown secures a wheelchair with four straps attached to the wheelchair at four separate securement points and attached to...
Accessible Parking Spots: Are They All the Same?
From the grocery store to work, school and everywhere in between, accessible parking spots are something we see each and every day. But how closely have you looked at them? If you are a wheelchair accessible vehicle driver, maybe you have looked at these spots closer...
Mobility My Way: Teacher, Off-Roader
Jack Losco, Jr. balances life in the classroom and off the road By Mike Savicki Jack Losco, Jr. wanted to be a smokejumper. Yes, one of those specially trained wildland firefighters who provide first attack response, often by parachute, into remote and all too often...
Mobility My Way: The Speed of Life
The Speed of Life Karah Behrend is a fast-driving, adventure-loving badass By Mike Savicki “If your friends don’t get you into situations where you may have to swim out of a vehicle, do you even have friends?” That’s the question Karah Behrend used to caption a June...