Driving without using your feet! Disability driving with hand controls

In this video, we give an insight into learning to drive with a push-pull accelerator/brake in conjunction with a steering ball. This combination allows a person to drive using only their arms.
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[@jono14_567]

Really glad I watched this. I was worrying about keeping my right arm in the right spot for push/pull, but the idea of resting it on my knee (maybe with a cushion) is great. Really looking forward to getting my car now.

[@InclusiveDriving]

Remember, your own car can be fitted personally to you. My car is fitted to suit most people but isn't perfect for anyone.

[@realitycheck1870]

Excellent video display of the use of the hand controls while we see the road you are traveling at the same time. I am currently making the transition of learning to use hand controls, and your demonstration and commentary is so very helpful. Thank you so much! I do not like the setup I have with the hand controls that came with my vehicle, so your comments are helpful as I look into viable options I may have (indicator switches, brake hold especially). So much to learn and adjust to!

[@chelsey8737]

I'm reading a book right now where one of the characters has hand controls in his car instead of foot pedals and I knew it was a thing but it didn't know exactly how it worked but this was perfect to show me! I not only have a picture of what the book is talking about but also learned a little bit about accessible driving

[@Zedlolly1]

Just want to say a huge thank you for your tips on driving with hand controls. I had been out a few times in the last couple of weeks and found the driving really hard, with little feel for the controls and my confidence plummetted. I have just been out again using your advice on holding the throttle/brake and steering ball and the experience was completely different and much more smooth and easier. Thank you so much. I have booked some lessons starting next week too. Becky

[@InclusiveDriving]

Where are you learning to drive?

[@Zedlolly1]

@@InclusiveDriving On the Isle of Wight with Sharon Hanks.

[@niallquinn4136]

Thank god I found this channel , if I’m to keep independent I will have to use this set up , Really am hesitant they should give you test drives instead of throwing you in deep end . It’s really opening my eyes up to how completely different and a complete change none of the things you mentioned were even told to me regarding your hands not having access to various other controls you need while driving . 🙂‍↕️

[@InclusiveDriving]

email me [e-mail] and I'll see if i recommend an instructor local to you that can help you get familiar with new controls.

[@jacquelinechambers299]

Glad I’ve got auto lights and windscreen wipers, thank you for the video very very helpful

[@InclusiveDriving]

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[@jemimapearson6804]

Thank you so much for this video. I was told I needed to go on a course to learn how to use the hand controls - but the course is impossible for me to get to as it's a 300 mile return trip (no suitable public transport) and I have been really worried that I would not manage the hand controls. Now I am confident that if someone legally allowed to drive the car takes it to an industrial estate one evening I will be able to practice and it won't take too long before it becomes second nature.

[@InclusiveDriving]

What area do you live?

[@jemimapearson6804]

@@InclusiveDriving Scottish Borders, nearest "town" (more of a village) is 8 miles away. No public transport at all - I have not been able to leave my house since last June :(

[@InclusiveDriving]

@@jemimapearson6804 my knowledge of Scottish geography isn't very good. Is there anyone close on here? www.disabilitydrivinginstructors.com

[@jemimapearson6804]

@@InclusiveDriving No, no one nearby. They checked up to 30 miles radius and no one. I am not surprised to be honest as we are very isolated.

[@DC-vj9op]

Great video. Thanks👍

[@HmongTsisNyiamZoo6994]

I'm glad watch your video here and it's very interesting hand control the steering wheel. I am Disability and I lived in California.

[@11Talltree]

Excellent video. Just waiting for it to be fitted. Little bit nervous , your video helped a lot. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@InclusiveDriving]

Will you be having some familiarisation lessons when they are fitted?

[@mkalamwanyasi9204]

Exerlent video. I m in voi kenya and I havent seen those controls, Im have been learning how to drive since yesterday.

[@gillauld2965]

I got hand controls for the first time but didn’t think about a steering wheel ball, it makes so much sense seeing your video to have one. Motability car, do you know if I can go back and get one ?

[@margaretkenny6147]

Hello. I’m learning to drive with hand controls also and really struggling with getting the speed right. I can see you’re kind of gradually pulling the accelerator back and forth little bits all the time - am I right on this? Any tips on speed control getting it right would be much appreciated? Thank you

[@InclusiveDriving]

Imagine you are writing with a pen. Use finger tips and thumb, and a little bit of wrist movement. Try to relax your upper arm and shoulder. Support your lower arm with a cushion if you find your arm is floating in mid air. If you are local to Wolverhampton, let me know.

[@margaretkenny6147]

@@InclusiveDrivingthank you for the reply. It looks like you’re always slightly moving acceleration back and forth to keep it from dropping/going up constantly? Quite tough to get it right. I’m actually in Ireland!

[@InclusiveDriving]

@margaretkenny6147 you are correct that we are continuously adjusting it. It's exactly the same as an able-bodied driver would be doing with their right foot. It will come naturally after a while! Also, ask your instructor about using cruise control and (possibly) the speed limiter. Most cars have these functions, although you need to check if the hand controls interfere with the safe operation of them.

[@stefandegernier9315]

I have a push pull lever on the right and a standard steering ball. I have my test in two weeks, and I am worried that the examiner will fail me because I can't safely do anything as one hand is on the wheel and one hand on the break/accelerator. I have auto lights and auto screen wipers

[@InclusiveDriving]

Where are you doing your test? Do you have an instructor? Is it the show-me question you are worried about?

[@michaelknight2721]

How much is this type of thing ,my dad needs his car converting as he has lost his right foot,he has a Ford focus mk3.

[@hqhq4611]

So it appears that you have to continue pulling on the accelerator in order to maintain speed(?). I watched other videos of various hand control devices and with many of them the driver was able to take their hands off the controls without the car slowing down. I can't figure out how that works. Maybe there's some kind of ratchet that holds the accelerator down which releases when the brake is applied(?).

[@InclusiveDriving]

I'm not really familiar with other controls available. I guess what you are describing works in a similar way to cruise control.

[@bobajanan5721]

Hey very great 👍

[@mp-wq2su]

How do I get one of these? I'm a very tall person, so conventional hand controls doesn't work. I should say I'm in the United States (Nevada). How much in US dollars does it cost, and do you know if possibly Medicare would cover something like this? And does this work with cruise control?

[@InclusiveDriving]

I'm sorry, I know nothing of the availability in the USA. Cruise control still works.

[@anthonyfagan8543]

Hi. I drive a WAV Sprinter van with push/pull controls and a Lodgerson control on the steering wheel with various functions similar to yours. Up till now ive been driving using my right hand wrapped around the push/pull control. As the distance between the push/pull and my leg is further apart ive got nowhere to rest my arm as in your video. Could i still hold the control the same way as you? Also I find my braking is harsh. Is this because of how I hold the push/pull control? Thankyou.

[@InclusiveDriving]

You could consider moving the steering wheel further away from you, so you could then move your seat closer to the hand control. This will affect the function of the push pull control though, so you would need to get your Adaptation installer involved.

[@anthonyfagan8543]

@InclusiveDriving yeah, I'd thought of that. The pedals are that bit heavier so only using the fingers under the push pull isn't an option. So I've tried placing my thumb over the steering wheel which seems to help. The technique you suggested using the thumb to brake is a great suggestion. 👍

[@adrianbodros2061]

Hi. I would like to know where I can buy a wireless secondary steering wheel control in Birmingham. thanks

[@InclusiveDriving]

Hi it needs to be fitted by an installer. I recommend Des Gosling Mobility in Derby (they might be able to do it at your home).

[@adrianbodros2061]

For orders on the left.

[@Oke_Ukueku]

What car make & model are you driving please? I’m a tall lady 6ft1 with severe disability on my right foot. What car do you recommend that would be suitable for my height and the adaptations please?

[@InclusiveDriving]

My car is a Toyota Corolla Hybrid. It sounds like you have a few options with adaptations. 1) Push-pull hand controls as shown in the video. 2) Left-foot pedal layout, so you drive only with your left foot. 3) Centre ring accelerator (i don't have this). If you undergo a Driving Mobility assessment at a local assessment centre (usually free if a health professional refers you) you'll get some great advice.

[@Oke_Ukueku]

@@InclusiveDriving Thank you so much for replying to my comment & thank you for the suggestions. I’ll see if my GP can make a referral for me through motorbility or any other adaptations centre in the London area.

[@SolaceHavenSounds]

Where can I buy the hand control..?

[@InclusiveDriving]

I recommend Des Gosling Mobility. They are based in Derby but can often do the work at your home.

[@matrix_gummies123]

Hi its excellent I need for my disable wife to use this hand control how much its cost me if you fitted to my car? Thank s

[@InclusiveDriving]

Get in touch with Des Gosling Mobility to ask about prices.

[@kuldipjandu1313]

See hand control systems A&B 2 in 1 &A B C 3 in 1 by Kuldip jandu

[@femiogundapo9244]

What is the name of the control you are using and how can I get one

[@InclusiveDriving]

It was all supplied and fitted by Des Gosling Mobility.

[@femiogundapo9244]

@@InclusiveDriving thank you

[@femiogundapo9244]

@@InclusiveDriving thanks for the reply do you have an idea of how much it’d cost to get fitted now

[@irenediaz2010]

Where can i purchase these hand controls

[@InclusiveDriving]

It depends where you live. Mine were fitted by Des Gosling Mobility in Derbyshire.

[@jordangagat]

Have a 30 years old no driving lincence

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