Disability Transport Services: Publications and Resources

Summary: This Disabled World list of publications on paratransit and disability transport services offers a comprehensive collection of articles, papers, and resources covering various aspects of accessible transportation. These publications explore topics such as wheelchair-accessible vehicles, mobility scooters, adaptive driving equipment, and public transit accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

The articles provide valuable insights into policy developments, technological advancements, and best practices in accessible transportation, making them useful for people with disabilities, seniors, caregivers, and policymakers. Many of the publications offer practical advice, research findings, and case studies that can help improve mobility and independence for those with physical limitations. The collection includes a mix of informative pieces, expert opinions, and scholarly works that contribute to a better understanding of disability transport services. It covers practical stuff - think wheelchair-accessible taxis, modified vans, and even the nitty-gritty of laws like the ADA - making it a go-to for understanding how transportation works for people with disabilities and seniors.

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Disability Transport Services: Publications and Resources
Title of Document	Paper Author	Preface / Postface	Publication Type	Publish Date	Updated / Revised
Canada's Aging Population Signals Need for More Inclusive, Accessible Transportation System	Council of Canadian Academies		Reports and Proceedings	2017/12/14	2023/09/21
Conference on Autonomous Vehicles and the Disability Community	Auto Alliance			2017/10/27	2018/06/21
Ethical Debate On Self-Driving Cars and Decision Making Algorithms	University of Massachusetts Lowell		Informative	2017/10/09	2023/11/06
Car Dealerships to Provide Hand Controls for Test Drives for Disabled	Potter Handy			2017/08/03	2020/03/24
Vision for Accessible Transportation in Canada	Canadian Transportation Agency			2017/06/20
RidePIN Makes It Easier to Order Ride Sharing Transportation Services	RidePIN			2017/04/06	2018/04/30
Teleoperation and Autonomy Can Improve Mobility For Disabled Drivers	GATEway Project	✓ Preface ✓ Postface	Informative	2017/01/04	2025/03/27
Disability Community and the Future of Autonomous Vehicles	United Spinal Association			2016/12/19	2018/06/21
Canadian Hearing Society and Uber Canada Partner to Promote Accessibility	Uber Canada - Canadian Hearing Society			2016/09/26
Health Care Transportation in Hopkins County, Kentucky	WellCare Health Plans, Inc.		Announcement / Notification	2016/07/18	2023/10/09
Blind Uber Riders Who Use Guide Dogs - Discrimination Settlement	National Federation of the Blind			2016/04/30
Accessibility: US Department of Transport Rules	Storm Interface			2015/08/21
Wheelchair Users Protest Uber's Discriminatory Practices	United Spinal Association			2015/08/02	2015/08/06
Transportation Key to Reintegration as Civilians for Returning Veterans	Mineta Transportation Institute			2014/11/18	2020/11/21
National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association	Thomas C. Weiss			2014/05/05	2021/12/09
2014 Production Launch of Accessible MV-1 Vehicle	Ian C. Langtree		Informative	2014/03/12	2024/06/18
Renting a Wheelchair Van for Vacation	Ian C. Langtree			2013/04/08	2022/02/05
Vehicle Insurance and Mobility Adapted Vehicles	Thomas C. Weiss			2013/03/23	2020/09/25
What Self-Driving Vehicles Mean for Disabled	Ian C. Langtree			2012/10/01	2022/01/29
Renault Commitment to People with Disabilities	Renault			2012/07/08
Campaign Calls for Safer Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles	Disabled Motoring UK			2012/05/15	2021/09/10
50% of Senior Drivers Worry About No Longer Driving	AAA			2012/04/05
When Teens with Autism Want to Start Driving	Children's Hospital of Philadelphia			2012/01/09	2021/10/30
Don't be Selfish this Christmas - Stay Out of Disabled Parking Spaces	The Lively Crew Ltd			2011/12/13	2013/03/24
The Silver Tsunami of Aging Drivers	American Automobile Association (AAA)			2011/12/05
Monitoring Driver Health in Vehicles for Safer Transportation	Technische Universitaet Muenchen	✓ Preface ✓ Postface	Research, Study, Analysis	2011/11/05	2025/04/19
First Factory Built MV-1 Mobility Vehicle Rolls Off Production Line	Ian C. Langtree		Informative	2011/09/29	2024/06/18
BRAUN 2011 Honda Odyssey Wheelchair Accessible Van	The Braun Corporation			2011/08/19	2016/06/11
Light Electric Vehicles (LEV) 2011 - 2021	Reportlinker			2011/07/11
Addressing Mobility Needs of All Transportation Users	Transportation Needs			2011/06/24
Ford Vehicles Will Feature bold Fonts to Help Drivers Read Displays	Ford Motor Company			2011/06/22
Aging Baby Boomers to Face Poor Mobility Options	Transportation for America			2011/06/15
Senior Drivers Support Competency Test	University of Colorado Denver			2011/05/26
Older Driver Safety Bill	American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA)			2011/05/07
Selecting Drivers for a Non Emergency Transportation Company	Michael Mellars			2011/04/28	2016/06/13
Location Based Emergency Roadside Assistance	AT&T Inc.			2011/04/18	2016/06/13
From Mobilise to Disabled Motoring UK	Disabled Motoring UK			2011/03/31
Apprentices Hand Over Modified Bus to Disabled Children	Disability Transport			2011/02/11
Checking Your Car for Winter - Reliable Driving Tips	British Columbia Automobile Association			2010/11/22
Seniors Feel Ignored by Auto Makers in the Design of Vehicles	RDA Group			2010/11/10	2013/08/01
The Mobility Resource: Adaptive Vehicle Equipment for Disability Access Solutions	The Mobility Resource	✓ Preface ✓ Postface	Product Release, Update	2010/08/25	2025/08/11
Wheelchair Accessible Van Manufacturer Freedom Motors Invited to White House	Freedom Motors USA, Inc.			2010/08/24
Blind Driver Challenge Receives Top Graphical System Design Achievement Awards at NIWeek 2010	National Federation of the Blind			2010/08/16	2013/08/01
ADA 20th Anniversary Debut of MV-1 Factory Built Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle	Ian C. Langtree		Informative	2010/07/20	2024/06/18
First Car That Can be Driven by the Blind	National Federation of the Blind			2010/07/02	2018/06/21
Custom Vehicle Transport of Persons with Medical Needs or Disability	Spartan Motors Inc.			2010/04/22
New York City Access-A-Ride Program Cost Saving Changes	United Spinal Association		Informative	2010/03/24	2024/06/18
Diesel Exhaust Fumes Associated with Lethargy	BioMed Central			2010/03/23	2013/06/04
Auto Access Seat for 2011 Toyota Sienna	Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.			2010/01/11	2016/09/24
Chevrolet and GM to Incorporate a Safe Sound Alert for Electric Vehicles and Hybrids - National Federation of the Blind	General Motors			2009/11/25
IDEA Transportation and Special Education Law	JoAnn Collins			2009/02/04	2020/12/20

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