Drive-ABLE Podcast

We are releasing this episode early because we just can't wait to share this wonderful information with you and to raise more funds for the MS Society!

In this episode, Brad talks with Nev VandenBrink, who also has Multiple Sclerosis and supports the people who have MS as well. They talk all about how his MS affects his everyday life, his crazy dares to help raise more funds to support people with MS and a bonus quick interview with Tim Ryan, the newest CEO of the MS Society!

Help us raise $25,000 by the end of February. Click on this link to send in your donations: https://www.teammssant.org.au/fundraisers/NevsSnorkellers

To know more about Nev and see all of his crazy dares, follow Nev on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nevin.vandenbrink

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If you've got any questions about driving with a disability or vehicle modifications, email us at [email protected]

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Drive-Able Podcast.

In today's episode, we are talking to Jack who has cerebral palsy. Jack talks about the struggles of getting financed by the NDIS, gaining his L's, getting his awesome dream car and choosing the right hand control for him.

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If you've got any questions about driving with a disability or vehicle modifications, email us at [email protected]

In today's episode, Ali and Brad go deeper into Khoa's episode, diving into the technicalities and some alternatives into using a bionic leg/knee. If you are an OT, a doctor, or a person with a disability, wanting to learn more about the alternatives and options of what goes into driving with an amputated leg, then this episode is for you. Whether you are looking into getting a bionic leg like Khoa, or wish to drive with specialised hand controls, make sure you always explore your possibilities with your OT and vehicle modifier and check out what would work best for you.

We'll also learn more about the differences in the road rules in different states in Australia. So for more information, head on to www.austroads.com.au and go to Assessing Medical Fitness to Guidelines.

To get Khoa's latest book, Legless to Legless, head on to www.khoanamtran.com

Make sure to follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DriveABLEpodcast to get the latest updates on our next episode.

We are also available on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, Google Podcasts and YouTube. Just search for Drive-ABLE Podcast

If you've got any questions about driving with a disability or vehicle modifications, email us at [email protected]

Today's guest, is an author, motivational speaker, business owner, racer, and bilateral osseointegrated amputee, Khoa Nam Tran. He recently released his new book titled, "Legless to Legless."

A charismatic person and a certified rev-head, Khoa is no stranger to speed and adrenaline. But everything changed after his accident back in Christmas of 2012. He was involved in a tragic car accident as a result of drunk driving.

Eight years later, we now see Khoa happily turning his experience into something positive. Listen as Khoa shares to Ali and Brad his life-changing experience, how it affected his love of driving. Learn how he overcame it with bionic legs.

He also introduces us to his latest book.

Connect with Khoa Nam Tran through:

www.khoanamtran.com

https://www.facebook.com/khoanamtran007

https://www.instagram.com/khoanamtran_osseointegration

https://www.tiktok.com/@khoanamtran/

Get a copy of his book, Legless to Legless on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B08PV8Z2WX/

Welcome to the very first episode of the Drive-ABLE Podcast with Ali Akbarian and Brad Williams.

For the first episode, Ali and Brad talk about why they chose to be in the field of driving and helping other people get their confidence back on the road, and helping people with disabilities with their community transport needs. Listen as Ali and Brad talk more about what we can expect from their latest podcast and the episodes to come.

Ali is the CEO of Mobility Engineering. He is a national Vehicle Engineering Certifier and works on various advisory thanks to his extensive knowledge and understanding of crash safety, transport regulations and standards. He is widely sought after for his expertise Vehicle Safety and Mobility Modifications. Ali Akbarian is the Lead Educator and Products Expert at Mobility Engineering, he holds deep expertise in Mobility Products, in particular, the broad range of driving controls available, not only in Australia but Internationally. He is regularly sought after by therapists for his expertise and sits on several transport advisory panels.

Brad is the CEO of Williams Occupational Therapy (Williams OT), an Occupational Therapy Practice specialising in driver assessment and training for drivers with a medical condition or disability. Brad opened Williams OT in 2011 after managing the Occupational Therapy driver assessments department at the Repatriation.

General Hospital (Repat) Adelaide from 2008 to 2015. This experience was invaluable and developed his skills in assessment and offered him an opportunity to learn from leading industry experts. Brad and his business, Williams OT, are award winners in occupational services and have been featured on Today Tonight. He is sort after for talks and presentations and is involved in teaching future cohorts of driver trained OTs.

Brad is passionate about creating the best possible outcomes for people with disabilities to increase their freedom and independence through driving.

Together, Ali and Brad have over 30 years of experience in areas of driving with a disability and vehicle modifications.

Welcome to Drive-ABLE Podcast.

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