Virtual reality has taken incredible leaps forward in recent years, and its potential in terms of entertainment and education is nearly limitless. This technology allows us to learn, experience, and grow in ways that may have once seemed unfathomable. VR is a particularly useful tool for people with disabilities, opening the doors to new worlds, Read more…
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What is the ISO 9001 Quality Standard?
Why Is ISO 9001 The World Leader In Quality Standards? Rollx Vans has maintained its standing as a safe, convenient, and trusted brand for mobility vehicles for more than four decades. There’s a lot that goes into making sure that everything we do meets and exceeds the needs of our customers. One of the core Read more…
Self-Driving Vehicles: The Future of Wheelchair Vans
With 2017 coming to a close, everyone has begun to look ahead to the new year. 2017 was an exciting year for technology, and 2018 promises to be even more interesting. While nobody knows exactly what the future of wheelchair accessible vans looks like, signs have pointed towards a couple promising trends. Although some of Read more…
Vehicle Hand Controls for Disabled Drivers: Gaining Mobility
When a person with disabilities decides it’s time to hit the road, there are no physical limitations to his or her journey. Relatively inexpensive hand controls for disabled drivers have made it easier than ever to get behind the wheel. For people with physical disabilities, the top concern before getting behind the wheel is how Read more…
MIT Unveils a Wheelchair that Drives Itself
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have unveiled a new electric wheelchair model that has one unique perk: the ability to pilot itself. As automation technology continues to advance, it’s no surprise that it has begun to creep into the accessibility world. We are excited for the day that we will be Read more…
New Muscular Dystrophy Drug Gains FDA Approval
Just this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced their approval of a new pharmaceutical drug that could significantly change the lives of those affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The new drug, named deflazacort, is a steroid-based medication that has been shown to improve muscle function in people with DMD. With consistent Read more…
GO Gloves Add a Bit of Comfort to Wheelchair Movement
Winter is a great time to get a new pair of gloves, but for the wheelchair-using community, gloves are more than something that keep a person’s hands warm. They are a source of comfort for the very way a wheelchair user moves. Constant contact with the wheels of a chair can result in pain Read more…
New “Mountain Bike” Wheelchair Made by MIT Students
Students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), lead by Assistant Professor Amos Winter, have designed and created a new wheelchair inspired by and made with parts of mountain bikes. The wheelchair, initially designed for use in developing countries around the world, is now available in the United States, and people in the disability community Read more…
A Look Back on Wheelchair Technology in 2016
Every year, we see technology take another big leap forward. From virtual reality to driverless cars, smart watches and more, we’ve seen a lot of neat, new gadgets surface. In 2016, we also saw a lot of new prosthetic and wheelchair technology brought to consumers. We even saw a few new wheelchair vans brought Read more…
Google Maps is Now Wheelchair Friendly!
A small group of Google employees just completed a project that should make any person in wheelchair smile: Google Maps is now wheelchair friendly! The application will now tell users whether locations they are viewing are accessible to people with disabilities. Not only will you be able to travel to a place in your wheelchair Read more…