CooperCar II

Hardware

The original CooperCar, 1991-1999, was placed 848 times around the world.  Some are even still in use!  The CooperCar II is a resurrection of this successful toy/tool/vehicle for severely physically (and possibly cognitively) challenged young children (up to 50 lbs).  It can be controlled by 1-4 switches, or an optional joystick.  It turns electrically on its large 2 wheels (no steering wheel).  An optional Wireless Remote Override is available.  The firmware on the controller is similar to switch parameters on a computer:  Time (so that a short activation of a switch/joystick movement can result in longer movements of the vehicle), Acceleration (for those that startle easily), and Speed.

The CooperCar II is a viable alternative for youngsters to a VERY expensive power wheelchair!  Or, for those severely cognitively impaired, the world’s greatest cause/effect device.