Category Archives: Ground Transportation

In accessible travel news from across the Big Pond, scooters are now prohibited on the the Tyne and Wear Metro system. Apparently this new regulation is the result of several near misses with scooter-users. The ban replaces a temporary regulation … Continue reading →

I have to admit that Bahrain isn’t the first place that comes to mind when somebody asks about wheelchair access; which is why an article touting the upcoming delivery of 300 accessible taxis to a new government-backed taxi service in … Continue reading →

This week Avis Rent A Car announced that the latest addition to their Avis Access program is getting a few upgrades and going nationwide. The pilot program, which allowed customers to rent lightweight folding scooters and have them waiting in … Continue reading →

Earlier this month a Greenville, SC woman got a ticket for parking in an accessible parking space. Not an unusual occurrence, but this story has a little twist to it. Apparently Topeka Mendoza was taking her mom to the store … Continue reading →

A new public awareness campaign by the United Spinal Association focuses on educating the public about the purpose of the access aisles next to the accessible parking spaces.

Some people really shouldn?t open their mouth…ever. Such is the case with Anthony Steen. It seems Mr. Steen was in a rush at the Newton Abbott railway station, and when he couldn?t find a parking space he pulled into an … Continue reading →

If you?re thinking about cruising out of Galveston, there?s some good news on the accessible transportation front. Accessible taxi service in a ramp-equipped van is now available through Yellow Cab Company of Galveston.

For those of you traveling to Brisbane, things are about to get a little more accessible. The city recently ordered 45 new taxi cabs, 35 of which are wheelchair-accessible. Wow, that?s over 75%; a far cry from the percentage that … Continue reading →

I know Brits can be real sticklers for rules, however I think one Manchester bus driver went over the top last week, when he refused to move the bus until her saw Brian Callaghan’s disabled pass. You see, Mr. Callaghan … Continue reading →

I got an e-mail last week form Particia Kosta, the owner of ADA Nationwide Roadside Assistance. According to her note her company is ?the only auto club in the USA who provides paratransit lift service as a benefit to our … Continue reading →