Transportation can be a complex and common concern for wheelchair riders, their families and caregivers. While power wheelchair transportation tends to make headlines in the Complex Rehab Technology world, transportation over longer distances is also challenging for manual wheelchair riders, particularly those who don’t use power-assist systems. Ferla Family Bikes has a long and wide-ranging…
In It for the Long Haul: Ferla Tackles Extended-Distance Wheelchair Mobility
Abilities International Accessibility Conference Announces 2027 Dates
RESNA will co-locate with the New York Metro Abilities conference next year.
The Abilities International Accessibility Conference — the professional conference arm of the Abilities Expo show series — has announced 2027 dates and venues. Next year, the conference will be at the Long Beach (California) Convention Center on Jan. 13-14, and at the New Jersey Convention & Expo Center on April 29-30. Both educational conferences will…
DOT: Education Now Mandatory for Airline Employees Handling Wheelchairs, People with Disabilities
Final rule provision went into effect June 17.
Airline employees and contractors who physically assist passengers with disabilities and their wheelchairs or scooters must now receive annual hands-on training. The final rule was announced Dec. 16, 2024, by Pete Buttigieg, who at that time was secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). The training requirement in the “Ensuring Safe Accommodations for Air…
Take 5 Coffee Break: Circle Specialty’s Social Media; PWC Soccer World Cup Coming This Fall
Your weekly catch-up with the Complex Rehab Technology industry.
Circle Specialty has three new ways for Assistive Technology Professionals (ATPs), seating clinicians, clients, caregivers and other Complex Rehab Technology stakeholders to stay in the know. “These new channels will provide a central place for updates, product information, educational content, and announcements related to Circle Specialty’s growing portfolio of pediatric and adult positioning solutions,” industry…
Apple Launches Power Wheelchair Eye-Tracking Function on Vision Pro
The system is launching in partnership with Tolt Technologies and LUCI.
Apple has launched an eye-tracking system designed as an alternative driving control choice for power wheelchair riders. “Leveraging the precision eye-tracking system on Apple Vision Pro, a new power wheelchair control feature offers users a responsive input method for compatible alternative drive systems,” Apple said in a May 19 announcement. “With Vision Pro, eye tracking…
Take 5 Coffee Break: The Adaptive Automotive Edition
A closer look at Kia’s new wheelchair-accessible PV5; celebrating National Mobility Awareness Month.
If you saw this week’s story on Kia’s new PV5 wheelchair-accessible vehicle (WAV) — aimed at rideshare and taxi applications, among others — check out @mikethecargeek’s 3-minute video tour at the New York Auto Show. PV5 WAV features include a laser indicator to guide wheelchair riders inside, a wheelchair securement system, and an occupant restraint…
Kia Unveils Wheelchair-Accessible PV5 at New York Auto Show
The new electric vehicle, a collaboration with BraunAbility, could be used for rideshare and taxi applications.
Kia Corporation is partnering with BraunAbility to develop the PV5 WAV, a wheelchair-accessible version of the automaker’s electric PV5 vehicle created to transport both people and cargo. The PV5 WAV was on display at April’s New York International Auto Show in Manhattan. An announcement from Kia described the PV5 WAV as a concept model compliant…
SpinLife Acquires Triton Medical, Opens Retail Florida Location
The new location is in Lady Lake.
SpinLife, a retail supplier of wheeled mobility and home accessibility equipment, has acquired Triton Medical, and as part of that deal announced a new retail location in Lady Lake, Florida. SpinLife, owned by Numotion, said in a May 5 announcement that the acquisition was completed on April 22. The retail location is now operating as…
Accessibility Advocates: WestJet Power Wheelchair Weight Limit Excludes CRT Consumers
The Canadian-based airline has a 300-lb. weight limit for power chairs it transports.
Accessibility advocates say Calgary, Alberta-based airline WestJet has published weight limits that prevent many Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) wheelchair riders from bringing their Group 3 power chairs with them when they fly. WestJet’s website says wheelchairs and scooters that weigh more than 300 lbs. (approximately 136 kg) are not allowed on its Boeing 737 or…
Raz Design Adds Travel Kit, Upholstery Options for Raze Line
The Raze functions as a raised toilet set, transfer tub seat, and shower bench.
Raz Design has added a travel kit and a tension-adjustable upholstery option to its Raze lineup. The Raze system functions as a raised toilet seat, a transfer tub seat, and a shower bench. It features a compact aluminum frame and multi-position, rotating legs to provide optimal stability in multiple configurations. The new Raze travel kit…