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Secondary controls

These are used for things like lights, indicators and horn and there are simple attachments to make them easier to use - such as extended indicator stalks.

Adaptacar steering ball and secondary controls - a small control panel mounted on steering wheel. It has a spinner, and buttons for indicators, lights, horn and wipers.

Adaptacar steering ball & secondary controls

Otherwise there are infra-red systems for all secondary controls. They can be fitted and adjusted to meet your particular needs. Getting used to these controls can take practice as you need to find the right button by touch.

Many do not have automatically cancelling indicators.

There are also bleeper and tone systems - you press just one button until you reach the function you want. Voice control systems work by spoken command and are programmed to act on only your voice.

Prices of these vary widely depending on how complex the adaptations are and on your vehicle's wiring system. They start at about £800. Do check the potential cost of any adaptation you are considering and its compatibility with your car with an adaptation specialist.

 

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