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EV (car) alternative with no leg usage (lemmy.world)

submitted 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) by AmazingAwesomator@lemmy.world to c/micromobility@lemmy.world

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I am looking for a replacement for my car due to a recent disability that made it difficult to use my right leg.

i currently have an electric bike, and that has worked wonders in being able to get around, but i can only go ~7-10 miles away from my house - in the suburban sprawl of southern california, this isnt even enough to go to my closest friend's house.

i feel unsafe driving (trouble pressing the brake hard enough if needed beyond one-pedal driving), and i am looking for a vehicle that

doesnt require the use of my foot/feet (big problem in my toes, so no toe shifting)
can carry my wife, groceries, and/or both
has a range of at least 100 miles
can be ridden on the freeway
(not required, but would prefer) electric motor instead of gas-powered

i had the idea of an electric motorcycle with a variable transmission and sidecar, but i have been unable to find anything like that on the market. i dont really know anything about motorcycles - i have never driven one but i am willing to learn.

i understand my needs are a bit odd, but i was wondering if anyone had some insight or any recommendations i may not have thought of to get around.

thank you!

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[–] vinceman@lemmy.blahaj.zone 4 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (2 children)

Honestly, a Chevy Spark EV might be a good buy. Range is a little low but the level 3 takes less than 10 minutes for almost a full charge, and I've seen them go for less than 5 grand Canadian. Plus it's a fun little go cart, and I suspect you can put hand controls in with not too much difficulty if needed.

Edit: sorry I'm a fucking idiot I didn't read the first part well enough and didn't catch you were looking for anything not a car.

[–] AmazingAwesomator@lemmy.world 4 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (1 children)

its all good <3

i have a chevy bolt, but cant drive it safely. i bought it in jan 2023 and my leg got busted shortly after. its almost 3 years old with ~4,000 miles on it, heh.. now it just sits in my garage with a monthly payment :/

[–] Steve@startrek.website 3 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

The gas pedal is just an electric sensor, you could move it to the left…

Also one leg worth of force should be more than enough for brakes made after 1950-something