The Shabbat Scooter

Offered in Small and Mid Sized

For many wheelchair users, getting around the home is difficult but getting to the Synagogue can be impossible during Shabbat.  Amigo offers a product that is certified by the Zomet Institute to offer a solution to people with mobility challenges to maintain their independence and faith.

Orthodox Jews don't drive vehicles or use anything motorized during the Shabbat, or Sabbath, which lasts from sundown Friday to nightfall Saturday. Amigo Mobility International has a specially designed scooter that allow Orthodox Jews to follow their beliefs and still make it to the synagogue.

Shabbat Controls

Amigo is  the Manufacturer of the only certified "Kosher Scooter," Amigo works in partnership with Zomet Institute in production of the Shabbat Amigo used on the Sabbath. A toggle switch changes operation from normal to Shabbat mode. With no throttle lever activation by the rider, the module’s timing circuit sets the chair in motion after 7-11 seconds, satisfying the “no work” Sabbath restriction. Each Shabbat Amigo is halachically-approved, individually inspected and certified by a Zomet representative.

This article was contributed by Carey Britton, Seating Specialist from Active Mobility Center. He may be contacted at (954) 946-5793 or cbritton@wheelchairguys.com .