As we age, our driving needs change. While we all would love to own a Chevrolet Corvette, the realities of egress (getting in and out of the vehicle) may not be compatible with our aging bodies.
For those of us with mobility issues, up to and including wheelchairs, there are offerings from the manufacturers that make it easy to get around, no matter what our challenges are.
Ford and General Motors are doing a great job offering specially designed vehicles to help with mobility issues. When you purchase a Ford vehicle that fits your accessibility needs (most SUVs and vans can be modified), Ford will provide a reimbursement payment up to $1,000 depending on the adaptive equipment you need from a qualified vehicle modifier.
Equipment includes items like door openers, parking brakes, power assist seats, lift devices, wheelchair restraints and more. For more information visit ford.com/accessibility.
GM also offers a Chevrolet accessibility discount of up to $1,500, much like Ford, plus it adds two years of the OnStar connectivity Essentials Plan. GM also offers many of the same equipment to serve your needs.
Visit Chevrolet.com/accessibility for more information as well as which vehicles support those accessories. I like its motto that ‘’accessibility doesn’t mean sacrificing style.”
Baby Boomers still account for the majority of new vehicle purchases today. It’s nice to know that our buying power means something, and we can drive with ease and dignity no matter our age or physical abilities.
***I wanted to let you know that Down the Road can be heard via The Vegas Voice podcast network. While writing the monthly articles are great, the podcasts give me more time to dive deeper into topics that I hope interest you when it comes to the automotive world.
The last two podcasts focused on tips and tricks when purchasing or leasing a new vehicle. Only 20% of women and 36% of men are confident buying a new vehicle.
Tune into the podcasts and build your confidence before heading to the dealership! Listen now at: vegasoicetv.com/our-podcast.
