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ProductsNovember 5, 2015

Spirit of Liberty

The company’s patented technology offers an angled entranceway while exceeding ADA guidelines with a 1:6 ramp slope for passengers in need of extra assistance and wheelchair accessibility.

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ProductsNovember 5, 2015

Quantum

Quantum lets wheelchair and scooter passengers board the bus or train, position their chair and simply push a button to secure themselves in a stable and safe rear-facing position in under 25 seconds.

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ProductsNovember 5, 2015

Titanium wheelchair lift

The new Titanium S-Series and K-Series wheelchair lifts provide a space-saving footprint and lasting value. The lifts’ designs comply with all applicable ADA and FMVSS regulations and include many exclusive best-in-class features.

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Newsby StaffNovember 2, 2015

Proposed fare increase could strap neediest Fla. county residents

Manatee county officials are proposing increasing its Handy Bus paratransit services from $2 to $3 each way, as well as proposing rate increases for transportation disadvantaged services and veterans transportation.

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Newsby StaffOctober 19, 2015

Modernized handicapped symbol slow to catch on

The new symbol, which emphasizes ability rather than disability is being accepted in some states, but there are still advocates rejecting the change of one of the most recognizable symbols in the world.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 14, 2015

Finding Out How Adults with Autism Get Where They Need to Go

A Rutgers study is first step toward making it easier for adults on the autism spectrum to use public transportation.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 10, 2015

Uber, Lyft must improve access for riders with disabilities, Calif. advocates say

During a hearing with LAX's disability advisory committee this year, Uber representatives said they had about 10 wheelchair-accessible vehicles available in L.A., provided by a non-emergency medical transportation company.

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Newsby StaffAugust 10, 2015

Interactive mapping can aid mobility planning for people with disabilities

Because these maps are interactive, users can input information — say, where sidewalks end or do not exist, or whether a restaurant bathroom is truly accessible — the same way drivers upload traffic information to a navigation app like Waze

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Newsby StaffJuly 28, 2015

Access to public transportation is key for returning military veterans with disability for reintegration success

Access to reliable transportation, particularly public transportation, is essential for returning military veterans with disabilities to reintegrate to civilian life and obtain critical medical and support services, according to a new Rutgers study.

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Newsby StaffJuly 27, 2015

CapMetro marks accessibility milestone with achievements

Agency was first in Texas to achieve 100% vehicle accessibility. Took delivery of its first lift-equipped buses in 1986.

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