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

  1. doesnt require the use of my foot/feet (big problem in my toes, so no toe shifting)
  2. can carry my wife, groceries, and/or both
  3. has a range of at least 100 miles
  4. can be ridden on the freeway
  5. (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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[–] 2 points 1 year ago (1 child)

Keep in mind, during cold periods, that range will likely be about 1/3rd less than it is in optimal conditions.

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  • [–] [S] 3 points 1 year ago

    yes - thank you; this is extremely important when thinking of the future logistics of riding an electric vehicle.

    thankfully i am in southern california so its just 75°F every day, but will be very important to consider for anyone that finds themself here later <3

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