Michigan Nonprofit Showcases Adaptive Innovations at Inspiring Car Show

During the Wheel in Motion car show, the city of Taylor, Michigan, was extremely lively and vibrant, as Wheels in Motion, a locally based non-profit, organized the event, which was indeed a spectacular one, to say the least. The event not only shattered the common myth that auto shows are meant for the automotive industry but, more importantly, exhibited the salient factors of creativity in the automotive field and the audacity of human beings in solving their problems.

The show mainly featured cars uniquely designed for the individuals with disabilities, thereby enabling them to drive and experience the environment according to their abilities and preferences. By showcasing features such as hand-controlled braking and acceleration systems and driving preparations tailored to the user’s strength in the upper part of the body, the event paved the way for the human-made marvel of these personalized alterations to science and technology.

One of the attendees was Michigan State Police Detective Devin Kachar, who left many in awe with his story. While he served in Detroit, Kachar was shot and paralyzed in the line of duty following an undercover operation. He stood out and allowed the good to overflow the bad by deciding not to let the incident limit him. Kachar shared, “Either you let it control you or you take control and find ways to do the things you love again.” He saw adaptive cars as the real game-changers since they helped him get not only the walking ability back.

As per Detective Kachar, “You either let it control you or take control and find ways to do the things you love again.” It’s not just about cars. The one different thing is the purpose of the event, as told by the organizer.

Without the presence of various vehicles, it was a loud proclamation of the show’s commitment. Beyond the ordinary on-road things like slacklining, the handcycling option was also good projection of Wheels in Motion erasing the boundaries for people with disabilities. In his words, Kachar elaborated, “It could be done in a different way, but still, there are ways that lead to the same result that is joy and happiness.”

This car exhibit actually was the first one organized by the non-profit, and the ones who created it are optimistic that it becomes a yearly event. “We mainly wanted to introduce the community, make them aware of our activities, and demonstrate them the positive effect of adaptive innovation,” Kachar stated, regarding the major event that had been organized.

Wheels in Motion, with enthusiastic community backing and a well-defined aim, is really changing things at a steady pace—one ride modification at a time.