# Banned Wheelchairs The All-Terrain Tank Wheelchair of Jim Starr Isn't Street-Legal in the U.K. By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-01-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-starr References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5739684/man-told-his-go) & [themercury.au](http://www.themercury.com.au/article/2011/01/21/201711_fun-weird-news.html) Jim Starr is in a wheelchair because of multiple health issues including back and joint problems. The custom-built wheelchair he has was supposed to allow him to go anywhere, but the [Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grip-set-go) has told Mr. Starr that he wont be able to drive it anywhere because it has been classified as a tank. When you see the awesomeness of Jim Starr's [massive wheelchair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaning-wheelchair), there's no denying the tank-like resemblance. The chair would have allowed Jim Starr to maneuver on snow, sand and almost anywhere you could think of. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **All-terrain Wheelchairs:** Developing all-terrain wheelchairs that provide mobility on various surfaces while addressing legal restrictions. - **Customized Assistive Technology:** Designing personalized assistive technology solutions to cater to the unique needs of individuals with disabilities. - **Regulatory Framework for Mobility Devices:** Establishing updated regulations and guidelines to accommodate innovative mobility devices without compromising safety. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Medical Equipment Manufacturing:** Medical equipment manufacturers can explore the production of advanced all-terrain wheelchairs. - **Assistive Technology:** Assistive technology companies can develop customizable solutions to enhance accessibility for individuals with disabilities. - **Government and Regulatory Bodies:** Government agencies can work on revising regulations to accommodate innovative mobility devices while ensuring public safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inclusive All-Terrain EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoquad-v2.md) - [All-Terrain Electric Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scewo-bro.md) - [DIY All-Terrain Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allterrain-tank.md) - [Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-wheelchair.md) - [Wheelchair-Accessible Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchairaccessible-electric-vehicle.md) - [Wheelchair-Friendly Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-van.md) - [Wheel-Free Assisted Mobility Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-walk-me.md) - [Airplane-Friendly Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airchair-wheelchair.md) - [Modular Powered Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchair-hand-cycle.md)