This is a free, member only session. 

Please join the VIC Driving Interest Group Community via OTA Connect here before registering.

OVERVIEW

This group aims to connect OT driver assessors working in Victoria to ensure that driver assessments are conducted as per the VicRoads guidelines. The group discusses relevant changes and areas of practice that impact OT driver assessment.

MEETING DETAILS

TOPIC:

Visit to Independence Automotive 

Ryan and Joel have kindly offered to host our group for a practical session covering all things Driving and Vehicle Modifications. 

They will show us through their demo room and provide an overview of what they do. Covering the different hand control options available, how they work, and the key differences between them. In addition, we can discuss vehicle compliance considerations relating to hand controls, knee airbags, and integration requirements for electronic spinner knobs.  

The session will also include a demonstration of their range of wheelchair accessible vehicles. 

There will be plenty of time for Q and A.  

PRESENTER:

Ryan and Joel at Independence Automotive

DATE:

Wednesday 25 November 2026

TIME:

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | VIC 

VENUE: 

Independence Automotive  

1/18 Brett Drive  

Carrum Downs  

VIC 3201 

MEETING PLATFORM:

This session will be held in person. Registrants will be sent a reminder one business day prior to the session. 

REGISTRATION FEES & INFORMATION

OTA Member: Free

If you are a non member who wishes to attend please contact us to discuss your options.

Registrations close Monday 23 November 2026, 11.59pm AEDT

MEETING DOCUMENTS & RESOURCES

Agendas, resources and meeting minutes are available for members to download on the IG page once we have received these from the convenors. This meeting will not be recorded.

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