by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regulates motor vehicle safety, including modifications made to accommodate drivers and passengers with disabilities. The Adapted Vehicles resource is a free public guide helping people with disabilities make safe, informed decisions about vehicle adaptation.
The guide covers selecting an adapted vehicle, the full range of adaptive equipment available (hand controls, pedal extensions, wheelchair lifts, transfer seats, modified steering systems), safety standards applying to vehicle modifications, and how to access State Vocational Rehabilitation programmes and other financial assistance sources to offset modification costs.
People with physical disabilities affecting their ability to drive or travel as a passenger—including wheelchair users, amputees, and individuals with paralysis—as well as family members and care providers navigating vehicle accessibility decisions for a loved one.
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