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Join the call to end the wait for equal access:
Sign the letter to automakers: https://t.co/3X5IlYT3EV
Share your story using #WeWillRide
#ADA28 #ThankstotheADA

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"A growing senior population and disability community will play a huge role in shaping the winners and losers in the automotive space for decades to come. As an American, I hope that U.S. companies are not just part of that race -- but leaders of the pack." via (4/4)

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"The auto industry has always led by driving innovation -- Detroit is the center of that innovation, and this week more than ever the world is looking to Detroit for leadership." via @detroitnews
https://t.co/GBK8QIBntc

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"Vehicle design is commonly seen as the primary impediment to accessible transportation...But no major automotive manufacturer has ever mass-marketed a vehicle that’s accessible to people who use wheelchairs...This mistake must be swiftly corrected." (3/4)

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"As a member of the disability community, a wheelchair user, and the owner of a modified, wheelchair-accessible van, I am also looking to Detroit for leadership as they develop the vehicles of the future." (2/4)

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.@Ford: if you view the future of the AV business model as a service, then you'll need to make your vehicles accessible to people with disabilities. That conversation needs to start NOW, during the design phase.
https://t.co/3HYsVhOmQV

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.@GM @Cruise if you're operating on a longer timeline than originally envisioned, let's work together to make sure you keep your promises on accessibility. https://t.co/wUridSsHLi

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Interesting. @Ford when do you think we can have a conversation about accessibility? https://t.co/oKfQlVCMNd

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@kvogt Hey @kvogt before the industry tackles the engineering challenge of adding a mini bar to an AV, why wouldn't automakers start by building a truly accessible vehicle? @c_davies @JMBooyah @etherington

[Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund @DREDF]

"Millions of people w/#disabilities or restricted mobility still struggle to find reliable and affordable #transportation options that empower them to lead active, independent lives," @claypoolhenry in @nytopinion. Find out more by following @we_will_ride https://t.co/Jeke27pF3l

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How long b4 auto companies agree to talk w wheelchair users abt accessible self-driving cars? @nytimes:
https://t.co/PE1DU1MnwZ

RT & tag auto companies: @GM @ford @Honda @Toyota @Hyundai @Nissan @fiat @Chrysler @Volkswagen @VolvoGroup @SubaruNewsRoom @Jaguar @Tesla

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“Before I lost my vision I was used to driving my own car, but now I’m dependent on others to get around. If the service isn’t on time, I can’t get where I want to go. Also, many drivers aren’t educated on my needs.” Read more: https://t.co/f7qCQJpNDZ #WeWillRide

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Share your story now -- How convenient are current accessible transportation options? Are you able to afford a personal vehicle after modification costs? Tell us using #WeWillRide, and share a photo of yourself to go along with it! We will re-post your story and publicize it.

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We Will Ride storytellers are sharing their stories to educate the public on the challenges associated with finding and using accessible transportation. Have a story of your own, and want to join them?

[Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) @PVA1946]

In coordination with the 28th anniversary yesterday of the ADA, @PVA1946 and other disability advocacy groups launched @we_will_ride supporting more accessible transportation through autonomous vehicles. Join our call to end the wait for equal access at https://t.co/W5VQ7zalKl

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“When I was little, my parents ingrained in me that I stand up for myself and advocate. I hope that all of us working together can let people know what we need and bring more accessibility to transportation.” Read more: https://t.co/f7qCQJpNDZ #WeWillRide

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By incorporating accessibility into autonomous vehicle design, we could give millions of people with a disability the chance to follow their dreams. Let’s pave the way for the future: https://t.co/JsOxifuzCM #WeWillRide #ADA28 #ThankstotheADA

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“Before I lost my vision I was used to driving my own car, but now I’m dependent on others to get around. If the service isn’t on time, I can’t get where I want to go. Also, many drivers aren’t educated on my needs.” More: https://t.co/f7qCQJpNDZ #WeWillRide #HappyBirthdayADA

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@ladau_ellen @ladau_ellen @emily_ladau we would love for you to participate in our accessible transportation advocacy coalition - check it out: https://t.co/3X5IlYT3EV <-- if you're interested reply and we'll help promote your story on social media and to the press

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@davidgaliel @Lara_Schwartz Sure, @davidgaliel - that's a good Q. The cost of making these changes is exceptionally cheap if considered during the design phase. Making changes as aftermarket modifications is what drives the cost up so high in the first place. Automakers simply haven't considered it.

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“When I bought my car, I paid twice what someone else would have, and I had limited options. My van was $25,000 and the modification was $25,000. That’s double!” Read more: https://t.co/PTC2qjaGeU #WeWillRide #ADA28 #ThankstotheADA