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Adaptive Driving Equipment: Selection and Major Considerations [and] Battery Powered Scooters and 3-Wheelers. Information Support Packets #1 and #2.

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Title: Adaptive Driving Equipment: Selection and Major Considerations [and] Battery Powered Scooters and 3-Wheelers. Information Support Packets #1 and #2.
Language: English
Authors: Stevens, John H., South Carolina State Vocational Rehabilitation Dept., West Columbia. Center for Rehabilitation Technology Services.
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 1996
Sponsoring Agency: National Inst. on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (ED/OSERS), Washington, DC.
Contract Number: H133E20002-95
Document Type: Guides - Non-Classroom
Descriptors: Adults, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Check Lists, Electronic Equipment, Equipment Evaluation, Mobility Aids, Physical Disabilities, Physical Mobility, Transportation
Geographic Terms: U.S.; South Carolina
Abstract: Two brief guides offer suggestions for persons with physical disabilities who are considering the purchase of adaptive driving equipment, battery-powered scooters, or three wheelers. The first guide offers guidelines for individuals considering purchase of special hand controls or other modifications or a van lift to enhance their independence in the area of personal transportation. Hand controls are briefly described and the importance of dealing with a responsible vendor is emphasized. Insurance aspects are noted. An assessment quiz provides a checklist for the selection and purchase of hand controls. Van lifts in general and hydraulic and electric lifts specifically are briefly described. A similar quiz/checklist is offered to help in selecting a van lift. A listing of manufacturers of adaptive driving equipment is included. The second guide notes the popularity of small transportable three-wheeled scooters for individuals with mobility limitations. The guide briefly describes important features of the power and drive systems, batteries, steering and control features, braking, and seating and armrests. A 13-item assessment quiz is offered as a checklist for potential purchasers. A listing of U.S. manufacturers of battery-powered 3-wheelers is provided. (DB)
Journal Code: RIEAUG1997
Entry Date: 1997
Accession Number: ED405685
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Two brief guides offer suggestions for persons with physical disabilities who are considering the purchase of adaptive driving equipment, battery-powered scooters, or three wheelers. The first guide offers guidelines for individuals considering purchase of special hand controls or other modifications or a van lift to enhance their independence in the area of personal transportation. Hand controls are briefly described and the importance of dealing with a responsible vendor is emphasized. Insurance aspects are noted. An assessment quiz provides a checklist for the selection and purchase of hand controls. Van lifts in general and hydraulic and electric lifts specifically are briefly described. A similar quiz/checklist is offered to help in selecting a van lift. A listing of manufacturers of adaptive driving equipment is included. The second guide notes the popularity of small transportable three-wheeled scooters for individuals with mobility limitations. The guide briefly describes important features of the power and drive systems, batteries, steering and control features, braking, and seating and armrests. A 13-item assessment quiz is offered as a checklist for potential purchasers. A listing of U.S. manufacturers of battery-powered 3-wheelers is provided. (DB)