The Right Way to Shop for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
Accessible Vehicles, Featured Posts, Mobility Equipment, Wheelchair AccessibleFinding and buying a wheelchair accessible vehicle is a process that can’t be rushed. This is a purchase that can potentially redefine your day-to- day experiences,…
Independence on the Road: What Equipment Do You Need?
Accessible Vehicles, Drivers With Disabilities, Living With a Disability, Mobility Equipment, Wheelchair AccessibleThe summer is a great time to take a vacation and explore the open road, but it’s always necessary to keep in mind the proper equipment and adaptations to keep…
Mobility My Way: “It’s What I Do…”
Accessible Vehicles, Drivers With Disabilities, Living With a Disability, Mobility Equipment, SpotlightSpeaking with Charlotte’s Brian Muscarella, it’s hard to imagine that there was once a time that he was intimidated by driving with hand controls. But for those first six months after his highly rare, C7 level, spinal stroke at age 53, he certainly was. Yes, even as he was learning to do so much in life all over again, and adding the new dimension of adaptive sports, he didn’t think he could drive...
Sam Schmidt Walks Again Thanks to Exoskeleton Technology
Drivers With Disabilities, Industry News, Mobility EquipmentNMEDA friend, former IndyCar racer, Arrow McLaren SP racing team owner, and Conquer Paralysis Now founder, Sam Schmidt shatters another barrier as he walks again...
BraunAbility Releases All-New Hybrid WAV
Accessible Vehicles, Industry News, Mobility EquipmentBraunAbility recently announced the release of their all-new 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. According to the press release, the hybrid wheelchair accessible vehicle achieves 36 miles-per-gallon combined fuel efficiency, and prioritizes space and maximum maneuverability for wheelchair users...
VMI Launches New All-Wheel Drive Conversion
Accessible Vehicles, Industry News, Mobility EquipmentVantage Mobility International (VMI) recently launched the first-ever all-wheel drive wheelchair accessible minivan. Built on the 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid chassis, this new conversion features a unique patented wheel well cover design that more closely resembles an unconverted vehicle...
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...
Troubleshooting Wheelchair and Scooter Problems
Mobility EquipmentEquipment failure is never a good thing but for someone who is dependent on mobility equipment to get around it can be catastrophic. Here are a few troubleshooting…
Tips on Properly Anchoring Wheelchairs in Mobility Vehicles
Living With a Disability, Mobility Equipment, Wheelchair AccessibleVehicles that are not accessible are designed with a safety bubble comprised of firmly anchored seats, seat belts and a belt restraint system to protect the upper…
Finding the NMEDA Dealer Who’s Right for You
Mobility EquipmentWhen you are in the market for a handicap accessible vehicle, the mobility dealership you choose can make the transaction easy going or a challenge. Considering…