Complete Guide to

Driving With Disability

Welcome to your FREE Complete Guide to Driving with Disability 2024 Edition. The guide takes you step by step through the process to get your licence to drive with disability and vehicle modifications.

For many people with disability, being able to drive safely is empowering and transformative. Some people even describe it as life-changing … others lifesaving.

Whether you love to drive or would love to drive.

This Guide is for people who:

Are learning to drive for the first time.

Have acquired a disability and are now getting back to driving.

Are current drivers who could (maybe should) upgrade to new equipment.

Are people who have given up on the idea of driving, unaware new equipment may make it possible.

Technology has advanced so much in the last 10 years, giving you more choice and ability to drive. Products are more ergonomic; electronics are cutting edge and possibilities have become endless.

The Guide will take you through the 10 key steps

Step-by-step guide to get driving with the minimum of fuss.

Step 1: Preparation

Step 2: Key Contacts

Step 3: Getting Assessed

Step 4: Test Driving the Equipment

Step 5: Driving Lessons

Step 6: Driver Trained OT Initial Sign Off

Step 7: Installation of Modifications

Step 8: Lessons with your Modified Vehicle

Step 9: Driver Trained OT Final Sign Off

Step 10: Equipment Aftercare and Longevity

Please note: the timeframe needed for the steps above can vary between 3 months and 2 years. The longer timeframe is generally if you are learning to drive with high level complex controls and drive from wheelchair.

“Taking preventative measures to protect my shoulders (by using the latest driving controls) is really important. Whether you’re an athlete or not, if you use a wheelchair, you need to prolong their use. Your shoulders are a vital part of maintaining your independence in so many aspects of life.”