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Accessible Subcompact Autos

The EQUAL Concept Car Caters Specifically to Wheelchair-Bound Drivers

— January 3, 2014 — Autos
People with physical disabilities are more often required to adapt their surroundings according to their needs, but the EQUAL Concept Car offers a much more convenient approach. Drivers with limited to no use of their legs may not have to install assistive mechanisms in existing vehicles, for this machine has been created around the wheelchair.

Dreamed up by Absolute Design, this contemporary commuter car is entered through the hatchback door with the help of a ramp. The user can position himself independently and his wheelchair serves as the driver's seat. The dashboard has been organized quite simply, yet it provides all of the buttons, dials, knobs and gear shifting equipment within an arm's easy reach. The EQUAL Concept Car would be one of the nimblest automobiles on the road.
Trend Themes
1. Inclusive Automobiles - Designing cars that cater specifically to the needs of individuals with physical disabilities presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the automotive industry.
2. Integral Wheelchair Integration - Developing vehicles that seamlessly incorporate wheelchairs as part of the driver's seat opens up disruptive innovation possibilities for the mobility sector.
3. Simplified and Accessible Dashboards - Creating cars with user-friendly dashboards that provide all necessary controls within an arm's easy reach presents disruptive innovation opportunities in automotive design.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore innovative ways to design and manufacture inclusive automobiles that cater to the needs of individuals with physical disabilities.
2. Mobility - The mobility industry can pursue disruptive innovation by developing vehicles that seamlessly integrate wheelchairs, allowing individuals with disabilities to easily and comfortably drive.
3. Automotive Design - The automotive design industry can focus on creating simplified and accessible dashboards that provide intuitive and user-friendly controls for individuals with physical disabilities.
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