New driving technology means more South Australians living with a disability can be safe drivers. They just don’t know it yet!
Technology has changed the lives of people living with a disability. This is definitely true for car drivers. So many driving aids, tools and devices are available. Computer and electronic systems, voice control for accessories. The question is how do you learn to drive with these things? Where can you find them?
Driving schools bringing technology to SA
Most people learn to drive with a driving school. What happens if you need modifications? Driving schools in South Australia have supported drivers with a disability for years. That has not changed. What has changed is the range of technologies available. Many of these technologies are now available here in SA. Other options come to visit on a regular basis.
Paul Crake from TotalAbility, and Drive Smart Driving School bring a whole new range of driving options to SA. Options now include drive from wheel chair access as seen in this ABC news report in the TotalAbility driver training vehicle. The vehicle is fitted with a huge range of technologies including electronic accelerators and voice controlled accessories.
This news item was shot in Melbourne. Find out more about driving with a disability here in Adelaide, South Australia.
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