Honda's Really Big Spring Event

Honda and Your VMI New England Honda Wheelchair Van Dealer: Automotive Innovations Celebrates Spring with the Return of the “Really Big Spring Event”

 

 
Enjoy special factory direct pricing at Automotive Innovations on new 2012-2013 models.

Bridgewater, MA April 5, 2013 - Although snow might still be on the ground for some New England area drivers there is no doubt that it's spring as Automotive Innovations plays host to the annual Really Big Spring New England Wheelchair Van Sales Event! We are letting drivers get behind the wheel of brand new 2012, 2013 and in the not to distant future 2014 Honda mobility vans at incredibly low factory direct prices. From now until the end of April, Your preferred Honda Mobility Dealer, Automotive Innovations, is making it easier than ever to experience their new definition of standard with each well-equipped 2012 and 2013 Honda model.

Drivers that are in the market for a family vehicle are some of the most thrift-conscious, and they can find their wheelchair accessible minivan of choice here:

• Minivans have long been one of the most definitive family vehicle choices, and Honda's 2013 Odyssey – equipped with a wide range of new mobility features such as In Floor ramp conversions, folding ramp conversions, Bluetooth, SMS text messaging capabilities, and Honda's i-MID infotainment system – looks to be perfectly engineered for the modern family looking for one of the best wheelchair van conversions ever built. The new Odyssey can be leased at $259/month for 36 months to qualified drivers.

• Drivers or passengers in a wheelchair looking for a family option with more power and rugged capabilities would do well to look at the 2013 Odyssey EX-L, converted into a wheelchair van

Of course, Honda is perhaps best known for their quality vans, and with the 2013-2014 Honda Odyssey Touring Elite leading the pack with regard to mobility van conversion options and is featured prominently in the Really Big Spring Event. There are many standard features that other automakers expect drivers to pay extra for at the base level, including Bluetooth, the Honda i-MID with 8-inch touchscreen, alloy wheels, and more. Until the end of April, qualified drivers can expect substantial savings on all our Honda wheelchair vans.


For more information on these vehicles, or to set up a test drive, contact the sales experts at Automotive Innovations your New England factory direct VMI Honda Mobility Dealer. Their dealership is open six days a week – with browsing available on Sunday as well – and can be found at 1000 Main St Bridgewater, Massachusetts.

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Our goal for the past 25+ years here at Automotive Innovations Bridgewater, MA, Massachusetts, is to provide our customers with access to the best sales, service and repair for all the leading wheelchair accessible mobility vehicles, hand controls and devices that can offer you greater freedom and independence. We are your New England adaptive mobility equipment dealer and offer a full line of VMI wheelchair accessible vans, or Vantage Mobility International products, and we have a team of Certified Mobility Consultants who are always ready to help you learn about the benefits and features of full sized handicap vans, new and used wheelchair vehicles, Ricon lifts, adaptive mobility equipment, and more.

Automotive Innovations  

1000 Main St  Bridgewater, MA   

508-697-6006

Aging and Driving

As we all age, changes occur in physical functioning, vision, perception, and processing abilities that could make driving unsafe. While changes are inevitable, they occur at different rates in each individual, and age alone is not a good indicator of driving skills. Most often these changes occur slowly over a long period of time, and the individual is able to compensate for minor deficits. If several skill areas are affected, or there is a sudden change in abilities due to illness or disease, driving may become impaired. An evaluation is recommended if you, or those who drive with you, notice any of the following warning signs.


Warning Signs:

• Doesn't observe signs, signals, or other traffic
• Needs help or instructions from passengers
• Slow or poor decisions
• Easily frustrated or confused
• Frequently gets lost, even in familiar areas
• Inappropriate driving speeds (too fast or too slow)
• Poor road position, or wide turns
• Accidents or near misses
• A driver rehabilitation specialist can provide a comprehensive evaluation and make recommendations regarding driving. This assessment should include:
• A review of medical history and medications
• Functional ability
• Vision
• Perception
• Reaction time
• Behind-the-wheel evaluation

If you or those that drive with you notice any of the above warning signs and need a driving evaluation. Give us a call at 508-697-6006 and we can, help you with with knowledge about medical conditions, and help with a comprehensive evaluation and determine your ability to drive.

• Visual Perception
• Functional Ability
• Reaction Time
• Behind-the-wheel evaluation

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Our goal for the past 25+ years here at Automotive Innovations Bridgewater, MA, Massachusetts, is to provide our customers with access to the best sales, service and repair for all the leading wheelchair accessible mobility vehicles, hand controls and devices that can offer you greater freedom and independence. We are your New England adaptive mobility equipment dealer and offer a full line of VMI wheelchair accessible vans, or Vantage Mobility International products, and we have a team of Certified Mobility Consultants who are always ready to help you learn about the benefits and features of full sized handicap vans, new and used wheelchair vehicles, Ricon lifts, adaptive mobility equipment, and more.

Automotive Innovations  

1000 Main St  Bridgewater, MA   

508-697-6006

ADHD/ADD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder commonly becomes evident in early childhood and probably will be chronic in nature. The disorder consists of developmental deficiencies that can range from inhibiting behaviors to initiating and sustaining behaviors. The individual may improve with age. Any level of ADD or ADHD may increase the risk of unsafe driving issues. These issues stem from under developed visual perception skills, impaired ability to self-regulate behavior, moods and responses. Lack of organization and the inability to concentrate are also underlining issues. Their ability to learn information for the licensing knowledge test works well when one on one instruction is provided. Learning from their driving mistakes takes extra time. All of the above can result in unsafe driving encounters, unpredictable driving actions or an increased number of "minor" accidents. Medical clearance to drive is encouraged.

If someone you know has ADD or ADHD, look for the following warning signs that may interfere with safe driving:

• Doesn't observe sings/signals
• Drifting while driving
• Failure to yield right of way
• Difficulty with interpreting traffic environments / does not anticipate dangerous situations
• Impaired eye/ hand/foot coordination
• Neglects to observe all areas of the vehicle before driving in reverse
• Multiple minor accidents
• Slow to respond to traffic lights
• Speed fluctuation / Inappropriate speeds
• Unable to coordinate distractions and driving

If you or those that drive with you notice any of the above warning signs and need a driving evaluation, give us a call at 508-697-6006 and we can, help you with with knowledge about medical conditions, and help with a comprehensive evaluation and determine your ability to drive.

• Visual Perception
• Functional Ability
• Reaction Time
• Behind-the-wheel evaluation

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Our goal for the past 25+ years here at Automotive Innovations Bridgewater, MA, Massachusetts, is to provide our customers with access to the best sales, service and repair for all the leading wheelchair accessible mobility vehicles, hand controls and devices that can offer you greater freedom and independence. We are your New England adaptive mobility equipment dealer and offer a full line of VMI wheelchair accessible vans, or Vantage Mobility International products, and we have a team of Certified Mobility Consultants who are always ready to help you learn about the benefits and features of full sized handicap vans, new and used wheelchair vehicles, Ricon lifts, adaptive mobility equipment, and more.

Automotive Innovations  

1000 Main St  Bridgewater, MA   

508-697-6006

 

Paralyzed Veterans of America are marking the 67th anniversary of it's founding by urging all Americans to take a stand for veterans.

April is Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month

With the theme The Big Push for Progress and events across the country, Paralyzed Veterans Awareness Month highlights the unique challenges facing veterans with spinal cord injury/disease. It spotlights the work of Paralyzed Veterans to empower seriously wounded heroes and their families with everything they need to thrive.

“Paralyzed Veterans of America has pushed hard for progress over our 67 years and we’ve delivered results. But we have much more progress to make in the cause of veterans and their families. Look at the challenges we face today: government funding cuts that could impact veterans and a disabled veterans unemployment rate three to eight times higher than average, to name just two issues,” said Bill Lawson, U.S. Army veteran and national president of Paralyzed Veterans. “That’s why I’m asking my fellow Americans to help me this April, Paralyzed Veterans Awareness Month, in redoubling our efforts for positive change. We need you to be part of our big push for progress.” 

Lawson will be traveling across America during this very special month to raise awareness for Mission: ABLE, Paralyzed Veterans’ campaign to help veterans with disabilities fully live the lives they deserve and to receive what they need most: care, benefits and jobs. The campaign aims to enlist all Americans — citizens, communities and companies — in an effort to help paralyzed veterans and their families live full, independent and productive lives. 

Paralyzed Veterans of America and its 34 chapters:

• Fight for quality VA health care and veterans benefits.
• Promote and provide adaptive sports and recreational activities.
• Lead the charge to make America more accessible.
• Empower paralyzed veterans with the tools and support they need to secure good careers.
• Invest in research to find new treatments and a cure for paralysis.
• Provides its services to all veterans and their families free of charge thanks to the generous support of the public.

 To make a donation, please go to www.PVA.org.


Learn more about Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month  

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Our goal for the past 25+ years here at Automotive Innovations Bridgewater, MA, Massachusetts, is to provide our customers with access to the best sales, service and repair for all the leading wheelchair accessible mobility vehicles, hand controls and devices that can offer you greater freedom and independence. We are your New England adaptive mobility equipment dealer and offer a full line of VMI wheelchair accessible vans, or Vantage Mobility International products, and we have a team of Certified Mobility Consultants who are always ready to help you learn about the benefits and features of full sized handicap vans, new and used wheelchair vehicles, Ricon lifts, adaptive mobility equipment, and more.

Automotive Innovations  

1000 Main St  Bridgewater, MA   

508-697-6006

Asperger's / High Functioning Autism

Asperger's / High Functioning Autism

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder commonly becomes evident in early childhood and probably will be chronic in nature. The disorder consists of developmental deficiencies that can range from inhibiting behaviors to having high anxiety..   The individual may improve with age. Any level of Asperger's may increase the risk of unsafe driving issues. These issues stem from levels of anxiety, poor problem solving skills, lack of organization and  and planning.  Performance behind the wheel can be due to poor motor skills and performance can be erratic.  Visual skill training is vital since all information is treated equally.  . Their ability to learn information for the licensing knowledge test works well when one on one instruction is provided. Learning from their driving mistakes takes extra time. All of the above can result in unsafe driving encounters, unpredictable driving actions or an increased number of "minor" accidents. Medical clearance to drive is encouraged.

If someone you know has Asperger's look for the following warning signs that may interfere with safe driving:

• Doesn't observe sings/signals
• Has high anxiety
• Is a perfectionist and hates making mistakes
• Drifting while driving
• Failure to yield right of way
• Difficulty with interpreting traffic environments/does not anticipate dangerous situations
• Impaired eye/ hand/foot coordination
• Neglects to observe all areas of the vehicle before driving in reverse
• Multiple minor accidents
• Slow to respond to traffic lights
• Speed fluctuation / Inappropriate speeds
• Unable to coordinate distractions and driving

If you or those that drive with you notice any of the above warning signs and need a driving evaluation. Give us a call at 508-697-6006 and we can help you with with knowledge about medical conditions, and help with a comprehensive evaluation and determine your ability to drive.

• Visual Perception
• Functional Ability
• Reaction Time
• Behind-the-wheel evaluation

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Our goal for the past 25+ years here at Automotive Innovations Bridgewater, MA, Massachusetts, is to provide our customers with access to the best sales, service and repair for all the leading wheelchair accessible mobility vehicles, hand controls and devices that can offer you greater freedom and independence. We are your New England adaptive mobility equipment dealer and offer a full line of VMI wheelchair accessible vans, or Vantage Mobility International products, and we have a team of Certified Mobility Consultants who are always ready to help you learn about the benefits and features of full sized handicap vans, new and used wheelchair vehicles, Ricon lifts, adaptive mobility equipment, and more.

Automotive Innovations  

1000 Main St  Bridgewater, MA   

508-697-6006