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Adapted cars/Transportation

Adapted cars (25 helping aids)

Accelerator and brakes at the same level as the drivers seat.

The accelerator and brakes in this vehicle were designed for a driver with short legs. The driver operates the brakes by using his..

Accelerator ring.

With the accelerator ring it is possible to steer and accelerate at the same time, even if you have restricted use in your legs. T..

Adapted Chevrolet uplander, part 1

This car (Chevrlet Uplander) is suited to a person with amputated legs and arms. The top picture shows the wheel with a trackball ..

Adapted Chevrolet uplander, part 2

A car fit for the person with amputation. The steering wheel is controlled by right arm stump and gas and brakes with left arm stu..

Adjust the height of your car floor.

The lift device in this car is in-built and can not be seen from the outside. It can be assembled in most cars. The lift is hydrau..

Car key handle.

With the aid of a small lever fixed firmly onto the car key the driver can insert the key more easily to start the car. The modifi..

Clip for key-ring.

This clip can make it easier to reach, use and carry a bunch of keys. The clip is like a spring clip and can be clipped onto a wai..

Depth-reduced seat.

The depth of the drivers seat is shortened to suit a driver with short legs.

Door opener and ramp for a wheelchair-bound driver.

The driver opens the car door by using a remote control. A ramp automatically unfolds. The wheelchair is backed up the ramp and ca..

Driver s seat, steering wheel and manual controls.

The driver operates the accelerator and brakes by hand. The accelerator control is positioned at 12 oclock on the steering wheel a..

Electric rear door closer.

A small electric motor is fixed inside the back of the vehicle. A nylon cable extends from the motor to the rear door. By pushing ..

Getting in and out of a car with luggage.

It may easier to use the side door when you lift in and out the luggage. The driver can sit on the floor of her car when she lifts..

Hook for opening a car door with more easily.

Using a hook may make it easier for you to open your car door. On most makes of car you would normally have to hold onto the door ..

Lift for loading a wheelchair into a car.

The Ladeboy is an electric lift which lifts and pulls the wheelchair into the car, best used through the rear door.

Lock for the driver´s door inside the petrol cap.

Inside the cap is the locking mechanism that opens the door to the driver's side. By pushing to cap opens the door ajar. If you op..

Loops that work as accelerator and brake pedals.

Instead of pedals the driver uses loops that he can pull towards him by using his feet either to accelerate or brake. The loops wo..

Operate the indicators, with your head.

By pushing your head against the headrest you can operate the indicators, windscreen wipers and washer fluid, and beep the hooter ..

Ramp and sliding door for a Chrysler.

This modification was made on a Chrysler Voyager and may be useful for wheelchair users. The electrical ramp is fitted to the door..

Recaro adjustable driver´s seat.

The Recaro adjustable driver´s seat can be adjusted in several ways for a person with mobility restrictions. It may be of use for ..

Revolving chassis for a car chair.

The PS Vridunderrede is a new solution for keeping the original car chair without altering the height. It can be put in either the..

Rope to close the rear door of the car with.

Useful rope to close the rear door of the car with. This person is wheelchair-bound and gets in and out of her car through the rea..

Rotating driver´s seat.

The driver´s seat can rotate 180 0 which gives easier access to things in the back seat. This modification was made to a Chrysler ..

Steering a car with your left foot.

Instead of using a steering wheel, a driver with either short or no arms can steer his car with one foot on a steering panel on th..

Steering a car with your right foot.

For drivers who steer their cars with their right foot due to short or no arms. In this case the accelerator and brake pedals have..

Universal lock for an electric wheelchair in the car.

This universal lock pulls the wheelchair down and holds it in place on the floor. At the same time the lock pushes the wheelchair ..

Other transportation (28 helping aids)

A white stick for the blind.

An extra long white stick is suitable for those with a short reach. The stick is extra light and longer than a normal white stick.

Attachment for a tractor´s steering wheel.

To be able to drive a tractor more easily a small cup has been fitted to the steering wheel to accommodate the stump of an arm. Th..

Carrying aid for plastic bags.

The Handy carrying aid for plastic bags provides a grip that doesn´t cut into your hands. It may be useful for those who have diff..

Carrying strap for bags.

Adjustable leather strap and metal hook for carrying handbags, the shopping etc. It should be worn diagonally across the body so t..

Crate handle.

A plastic handle for carrying a crate. With this handle you can either carry the crate with one hand or get a better grip with bot..

Electric lift tables

The electric lift table is helpful for many different things: food processor, soda crates, computers and sewing machines, etc. The..

Electric wheelchair for sport and recreation.

Electric wheelchair for sport and recreation built for quick acceleration, with good speed and safe brakes. The three-wheeler has ..

Excellent ramp

With Excellent ramp you can quickly building away thresholds, you can also building away one or a few steps, recessed shower wells..

Guje´s crutch harness.

Guje´s crutch harness is a crutch holder that consists of several elastic cords: one has loops on it to hold the arm supports. Ano..

Kryckelina crutch and walking-stick hanger.

Thanks to the ingenious design of the Kryckelina crutch and walking-stick hanger, you can hang your crutches or walking-sticks in ..

Let the dog open the door.

The master puts a loop (or a tug rope) over the door handle. The dog pulls on the other end until the door has opened slightly. Th..

Net bag.

A net bag on prams is also suitable for wheelchair users.

Protection for arm and wrist.

Arm and wrist protector made of carbon fibre. This is specifically designed for people who move themselves by crawling when not us..

Serving or carrying using a trolley.

A serving trolley that will make it easier to carry food, crockery etc. The trolley´s height can be adjusted accordingly. A person..

The Eclipse junior wheelchair.

A wheelchair for children. The best feature of this wheelchair is the specially designed handle with automatic coupling which make..

The Flexi grip tong.

The Flexi grip tong is a foldable grip tong that has a pistol-grip to fit the shape of your hand. A grip tong may be useful for th..

The Hean Duo bicycle.

The Hean Duo is a bicycle with a seat for two people. It may be a good way for a sedentary person to get out and about.

The Kicker.

The Combi-kicker is made of steel tubing and has a strong nylon weave seat. It is very light and therefore easy to manage. The run..

The Minelli adjustable walker.

The Minelli adjustable walker. Instead of lifting and carrying heavy things from one place to another, you can push or pull them o..

The Mini Crosser electric wheelchair.

The Mini Crosser is a small three or four-wheeled electrically powered wheelchair for both indoor and outdoor use. Several differe..

The Monolift.

Monolift have a large selection of lifts available for people who have difficulty in climbing the stairs. For some, a full automat..

Tongs for reaching and picking things up with.

The LESO tongs are made of aluminium-coated tubing. They are very light and require the minimum amount of dexterity to use. They a..

Travel in warmth and comfort.

A practical and warm idea for wheelchair users is this body cover with a sewn-in muff and large pockets. The velcro fastener in th..

Tricycle.

Top end x-treme is a tricycle.

Tricycle.

The cycle has a strong aluminium frame and is safe and easy to ride. It is powered by hand and especially useful if you have no le..

Trolley with basket.

A small trolley with a basket for carrying apples leaves etc. in the garden. It can also be used for other purposes.

U2 manual wheelchair.

The U2 manual wheelchair. This wheelchair can be particularly useful for those who have short legs or no legs at all, as the seat ..

Wheelchair garage.

This wheelchair garage is designed to be easily moved and relocated. The garage is small but it has a large opening. The garage ca..