The number one choice for hand control users in the UK. This market leading adaptation from Jeff Gosling Hand Controls Ltd is designed for drivers who are unable to operate the foot pedals allowing a driver to operate the brake and accelerator by hand using a push/pull single lever.
Push/Pull Brake/Accelerator Hand Controls
Push/Pull Brake/Accelerator Hand Controls
The Push/Pull Brake/Accelerator is designed to suit the specific make and model of vehicle, ensuring the best possible driving experience, whatever vehicle you choose. Using high quality tubing, mirror-polished precision components and axial roller bearings, these hand controls offer the driver unrivalled smooth and responsive operation with almost no resistance. The result is a light hand control which replicates the true feeling of the pedals.
Every hand control unit includes a pioneering, patented, protective guard which is designed to protect the driver whilst maintaining aesthetics.
Additional Features
Operation
The hand control lever mechanically operates the vehicle pedals in an automatic vehicle to provide the same control as when driving with your feet.
Simply pull to accelerate and push to brake. Smooth acceleration is achieved by placing your thumb around the steering wheel and squeezing the handle with your fingers. To brake, simply push down on the handle using either the palm of the hand or fingertips.
When the hand control is installed, the vehicle can still be driven in the conventional way, using the pedals, and therefore it allows for multiple people in different circumstances to drive the same vehicle.
Integral Indicator Switch
These hand controls are available with an integral indicator switch in the handle. When driving with hand controls, your right hand will be operating the brake/accelerator lever. Your left hand will be required for steering; therefore, you may find it difficult to operate the indicators with the vehicle’s standard indicator stalk. The addition of this optional indicator stalk helps to solve this, allowing the indicators to be used by your right hand without compromising your grip on the Push/Pull Brake/Accelerator or the steering wheel.
NB. The indicator switch, along with a steering aid, are usually a requirement for drivers taking their driving test with hand controls.
Hi-Lo Beam Switch
Adding a hi-lo beam switch to your hand control is very often possible. Although not as commonly used as the indicator switch, for some customers having a hi-lo beam switch easily accessible from the hand control can be beneficial. This switch will mount on the hand control lever, at the bottom of the handle, to be operated by the little finger.
*Additional switches are not possible on all models of vehicle and can also vary in price significantly between models. Please contact us to check availability.
Compatibility with other adaptations
The Push/Pull hand controls are compatible and often paired with a number of other adaptations including; Steering Aids, Pedal Guards, Hinged Accelerators, and in some cases Left Foot Accelerators.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers to the questions we most regularly get asked. See our FAQs page for more or contact us team for anything more specific.
How do Hand Controls work?
These Push/Pull Hand Controls are designed to operate in an intuitive manner. Simply pull to accelerate, and push to brake. You can watch our demonstrative video linked above to see this in action.
How much do Hand Controls cost?
Prices for the Push/Pull Hand Controls can vary depending on the vehicle, and whether you would like secondary functions, like indicators, available on the controls. Through the Motability Scheme these controls are also subsidised. To quickly get an accurate price please contact us on 01332 863742.
Are hand controls compatible with my car?
This is one of the most common questions we get asked here at Des Gosling Mobility, and the easiest way to find out is to simply contact us and ask. Our staff are familiar with all of our various hand controls, and can usually give you an answer straight away.
Can someone else still drive my car once hand controls have been installed?
Almost all driving adaptations allow someone else to drive the car as usual. Depending on the adaptation, they can either be folded away, turned off, or partially removed using a quick release mechanism. In some cases, nothing needs to be done at all. To check what needs to be done for your particular adaptation get in touch with our team.
What is the Motability Scheme?
The Motability Scheme provides an affordable, worry-free way for people with disabilities to lease a car, scooter or powered wheelchair in exchange for their mobility allowance. Des Gosling Mobility are proud to be a Motability Accredited Company which means we are fully licensed to fit vehicles with all manner of adaptations. The Scheme is operated by Motability Operations Ltd, under contract to Motability, a registered Charity.
