Adaptive Driving Solutions & Car Hand Controls in Dubai, UAE

Adaptive Driving Equipment and Vehicle Modifications in the UAE

Gilani Mobility provides adaptive driving equipment and professional vehicle modifications for People of Determination throughout the UAE. Our driving solutions are designed to help people with limited lower-limb movement, reduced hand strength, amputations, spinal injuries and other mobility-related requirements operate a suitable vehicle with greater control and independence.

Rather than recommending the same product to every driver, our team considers the person’s movement, strength, reach, preferred driving position, vehicle model and intended use. The recommended solution may be a simple steering wheel knob or pedal extension, or a more advanced electronic hand-control, joystick or secondary-control system.

Our range includes products from specialist international driving-control manufacturers, including Fadiel Italiana, Handytech and Lodgesons, alongside professionally installed dual controls and other adaptive vehicle equipment.

Which Adaptive Driving Solution Do You Need?

The correct product depends on the driving function that needs to be adapted.

A professional assessment is important because not every adaptive driving aid is suitable for every person or vehicle.

Car Hand Controls for Disabled Drivers and People of Determination

Car hand controls allow a driver to operate acceleration and braking without relying entirely on the standard foot pedals.

Depending on the chosen system, the driver may push a lever to brake and pull, rotate or press a control to accelerate. More advanced systems can combine braking, acceleration, indicators, lights, horn and other vehicle functions into controls located close to the steering wheel.

Available options include:

• Push-pull hand controls
• Combined accelerator and brake levers
• Mechanical driving controls
• Electronic acceleration controls
• Radial hand controls
• Floor-mounted brake levers
• Power-assisted brake and accelerator systems
• Customisable hand-control systems with auxiliary buttons

These solutions may support drivers who have limited or no use of one or both legs, subject to individual assessment and vehicle compatibility.

Left-Foot Accelerators and Pedal Adaptations

A left-foot accelerator may help a driver who cannot comfortably or safely operate the standard accelerator with the right foot. The additional accelerator is positioned on the left side of the brake pedal and can be designed to fold, flip or deactivate when another driver uses the vehicle.

Gilani Mobility offers options including:

• Flip-up left-foot accelerators
• Floor-mounted left-foot accelerators
• Electronic left-foot accelerator systems
• Inversion accelerator pedals
• Brake and accelerator pedal extensions
• Pedal protection systems

Pedal extensions may also help shorter drivers or people with reduced lower-limb reach access the accelerator and brake while maintaining a more comfortable seating position.

Steering Wheel Knobs and Specialised Handgrips

A steering wheel spinner knob allows the driver to turn the steering wheel using one hand. It is commonly used alongside hand-operated accelerator and brake controls, allowing one hand to manage steering while the other operates the hand control.

The available steering aids include:

• Quick-release spinner knobs
• Removable steering knobs
• Two-point steering handles
• Three-point steering handles
• Fork-style steering handgrips
• Swivel handgrips
• Handgrips designed for reduced grip or prosthetic use

The appropriate shape should be selected according to the driver’s grip, wrist movement, strength and range of motion.

Electronic Secondary Controls

Some drivers can manage steering, braking and acceleration but have difficulty reaching indicators, headlights, the horn, windscreen wipers or dashboard controls.

Electronic secondary-control systems place commonly used vehicle functions close to the steering wheel. Depending on the equipment, these functions may be operated through:

• Wired push buttons
• Wireless push-button controls
• Illuminated steering-wheel keypads
• Infrared control stations
• Radio-controlled systems
• Voice-recognition controls
• Integrated auxiliary-control panels

These systems can reduce unnecessary reaching and allow the driver to keep their hands closer to the main driving controls.

Advanced Electronic and Joystick Driving Systems

Drivers with more complex physical requirements may need an individually configured electronic driving system.

Available solutions include electronic ring accelerators, satellite accelerators, power-assisted braking and acceleration, four-way joystick controls and customisable electronic joystick pedals. Some systems can be adjusted according to the driver’s available movement, strength and preferred control method.

Advanced adaptations require a detailed assessment, vehicle compatibility inspection, professional installation and careful calibration.

Dual Controls for Driving Schools in the UAE

Gilani Mobility also supplies and installs dual-control pedals for driving instructors and adapted driver-training vehicles.

Available configurations include:

• Passenger-side brake-only controls
• Passenger-side brake and accelerator controls
• Removable dual-control systems
• Transferable cable-operated systems
• Buzzer or beeper options on selected products

Dual controls give the instructor access to an additional brake, or an additional brake and accelerator, when intervention is required during a driving lesson.

Adaptive Driving Equipment Prices in the UAE

The cost of an adaptive driving solution depends on the product, complexity, vehicle model, installation requirements and level of customisation.

Examples currently shown on the Gilani Mobility category page include:

The prices above are examples from the current product listings and are generally shown excluding VAT. Installation, calibration, custom brackets, additional controls and vehicle-specific work may affect the final quotation. Product prices and promotional offers can also change.

How Gilani Mobility Selects the Right Driving Aid

Our process focuses on the user and the vehicle rather than simply selling a product.

1. Driver-needs assessment

We discuss which driving movements are difficult, the driver’s available strength and movement, previous driving experience and the functions that need to be adapted.

2. Vehicle compatibility check

Our team inspects the vehicle type, transmission, pedal arrangement, steering column, dashboard layout, available space and existing electronic systems.

3. Product recommendation

We explain suitable mechanical and electronic options, including their operation, benefits, limitations, pricing and maintenance requirements.

4. Professional installation and calibration

The selected equipment is installed and adjusted according to the driver’s reach, strength, seating position and preferred method of control.

5. Demonstration and after-sales support

The user receives a demonstration of the installed controls, operating instructions and information about warranty, maintenance and future servicing.

Warranty and Extended Warranty Options

Gilani Mobility provides applicable warranty coverage on its adaptive driving products and installation work. Warranty duration and coverage can vary according to the product, manufacturer and written quotation.

Gilani Mobility’s general warranty policy describes a one-year standard warranty for mobility equipment, while selected driving products currently advertise longer coverage, including three-year UAE warranty on certain dual-control systems. Customers should confirm the exact warranty duration, covered components, labour terms and exclusions in their quotation before installation.

Extended warranty or protection options may also be available for eligible products. Depending on the selected plan and equipment, extended protection may include additional parts and labour coverage, priority support and scheduled maintenance. Eligibility and coverage should be confirmed with the Gilani Mobility team.

After-Sales Support, Repairs and Maintenance

Adaptive driving equipment should remain secure, correctly adjusted and responsive throughout its working life.

Gilani Mobility’s after-sales services may include:

• Inspection of installed driving controls
• Mechanical adjustment and calibration
• Electrical and electronic diagnostics
• Repair of compatible adaptive-driving components
• Replacement of worn or damaged parts
• Support with manufacturer warranty claims
• Preventive maintenance
• Reinstallation or transfer of eligible products to another vehicle
• Product demonstrations and operating guidance

Regular inspection is particularly important for equipment connected to braking, acceleration, steering or other essential vehicle functions. Drivers should contact the service team if they notice looseness, unusual movement, delayed response, warning signals or changes in control performance.

Driving Solutions Across All Seven UAE Emirates

Gilani Mobility supports private customers, families, driving schools, organisations and fleet operators across all seven Emirates.

Dubai: Visit our Al Garhoud showroom or speak with the vehicle modification team at our Umm Ramool facility for assessment, product selection, installation and servicing.

Abu Dhabi: We assist customers requiring adaptive driving equipment, hand controls, left-foot accelerators, steering aids and customised vehicle modifications in Abu Dhabi and surrounding areas.

Sharjah and Ajman: Customers can arrange consultations, vehicle compatibility assessments, installations and after-sales support for suitable driving-control products.

Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain: Our team coordinates assessments, product supply, installation requirements and scheduled technical support according to the customer’s location and selected solution.

Customers travelling from another Emirate can contact the team before visiting so that the vehicle, required product and installation requirements can be reviewed in advance.

Why Choose Gilani Mobility for Adaptive Driving Solutions?

Gilani Mobility combines local UAE service with international vehicle-modification experience.

Gilani Mobility was established in Dubai in 2022 and is part of the Gilani Engineering group, founded in Australia in 2011. The company states that its wider team has completed more than 4,000 vehicle modifications and serves customers through a Dubai showroom, workshop facilities, professional installation and after-sales support. Gilani Mobility is also an authorised UAE supplier of Fadiel Italiana driving solutions.

Customers choose Gilani Mobility for:

• Engineering-led vehicle modification experience
• Individual driver and vehicle assessments
• Mechanical and electronic driving-control options
• Professional installation and calibration
• Recognised international adaptive-driving brands
• Warranty and extended warranty options
• Repairs, maintenance and after-sales assistance
• Support throughout all seven UAE Emirates
• Solutions for individuals, driving schools and organisations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are adaptive driving controls?

Adaptive driving controls are products or vehicle modifications that help a person operate acceleration, braking, steering or other vehicle functions through an alternative control method. Examples include hand controls, left-foot accelerators, steering knobs, pedal extensions and electronic secondary controls.

Who can use car hand controls?

Car hand controls may be suitable for people who cannot safely operate the accelerator or brake with their feet. Suitability depends on the person’s movement, strength, driving requirements, medical recommendations and vehicle type.

Can a left-foot accelerator be used by other drivers?

Many left-foot accelerator systems can be folded, removed or deactivated so that the standard accelerator can be used by another authorised driver. The exact operation depends on the installed model.

Can adaptive driving controls be installed in any car?

Many controls can be fitted to a wide range of automatic cars, SUVs and wheelchair accessible vehicles, but compatibility is not guaranteed. The vehicle should be inspected before a product or installation is confirmed.

How much do car hand controls cost in the UAE?

Basic steering aids can cost a few hundred dirhams, while mechanical hand controls may cost several thousand dirhams. Advanced electronic accelerators, control stations and joystick systems can exceed AED 10,000. The final cost depends on the product, vehicle and installation.

Do driving solutions include installation?

Some listed prices may represent the product only, while others may include or require professional installation. The quotation should clearly state the product cost, installation, calibration, VAT and any additional vehicle-specific components.

Do adaptive driving products have a warranty?

Applicable warranty is provided according to the product, manufacturer and quotation. Selected products advertise up to three years of UAE warranty, while other products may follow the standard warranty policy. Extended warranty options may be available for eligible equipment.

Do you repair and maintain adaptive driving equipment?

Yes. Gilani Mobility provides after-sales technical support, inspections, maintenance and repair services for compatible driving equipment. Product condition, parts availability and warranty status will be checked before repair work is confirmed.

Do you provide driving solutions outside Dubai?

Yes. Gilani Mobility serves customers in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain.

Book an Adaptive Driving Assessment

Choosing an adaptive driving control is an individual decision that should consider both the driver and the vehicle.

Contact Gilani Mobility to discuss your mobility requirements, vehicle model and preferred driving method. Our team can help you compare suitable car hand controls, left-foot accelerators, steering aids, pedal adaptations, electronic controls and customised driving systems before providing a clear quotation for supply and installation.