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Information for Disabled Drivers
Advances in modern technology offer many more disabled people the chance to drive.Most standard production vehicles can be modified for a disabled driver. Many cars are now available with automatic transmissions and power assisted steering to help the disabled driver.
Modifications can include:
- hand controls to the main brakes and accelerator
- steering and secondary control aids
- clutch conversions
- handbrake devices
- additional car mirrors
- seat-belt modifications
- special seating
- wheelchair stowage equipment
For the more severely disabled driver
Joystick and foot steering; a four way joystick can now be used to steer, accelerate and brake. Infra-red remote control systems which enable a driver to enter a vehicle and drive from a wheel chair with complete independence
Assessment
Driving assessment centres for disabled persons are available to:
- test driving ability
- give advice on sorts of controls and adaptations needed to drive safely and in comfort.
Further information
For more information contact:
The Department of Transport Mobility Advice and Vehicle Information Service (MAVIS)
The Transport Research Laboratory
Crowthorne
Berkshire
RG45 6AU
Tel: 01344 770456