The Canta is a two-seat vehicle from the Netherlands specifically created for, but not exclusive to, disabled drivers.[1] It was developed in 1995 by Waaijenberg together with the Delft University of Technology. In addition to the standard petrol-engined production models, an electric Canta was designed for the German market and is currently available for sale. In the Netherlands, it is classified as a mobility aid because the width of the vehicle is only 1.10 metres, thus it may - unlike larger microcars - be used on cycle paths as well as sidewalks and footpaths; in addition a driver's license is not required.[1][2]
| Canta | |
|---|---|
 The Canta LX | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Waaijenberg |
Each Canta is built with the adaptations required by the customer, such as locating controls and switches on the left or right side, or all on the steering wheel. Seats have a wide range of adjustment and can swivel to ease entry and exit. Instead of having a driver's seat, the "Ride-in Canta" (Inrij Canta) model is designed so that a wheelchair user can enter by a ramp at the rear and drive while seated in their wheelchair.[3][4] The rear of the vehicle is lowered to the ground when parked and is raised pneumatically when the engine is started.[5][6]
De Canta danst!
editDe Canta danst! is a television co-production by Viewpoint Productions and NTR in cooperation with the Dutch National Ballet that choreographically features the microcar.[7] It is part of Het Nationale Canta ballet,[8] which in turn is an initiative of actress-director Maartje Nevejan. It was choreographed by Ernst Meisner of the Dutch National Ballet, with the music written by composer Robin Rimbaud. The project was financially supported by Stichting Doen and the SNS REAAL Fund. The performances took place on 28 June 2012 at the Westergasfabriek.[9]
References
edit- ^ a b van Vinkeveen, Hans (2006-11-17). "Met een Canta kun je over de stoep rijden en je mag hem overal parkeren" (in Dutch). Trouw.nl. Retrieved 2014-05-17.
- ^ "Wat zijn de verkeersregels voor een gehandicaptenvoertuig met een motor? | Vraag en antwoord" (in Dutch). Rijksoverheid.nl. Archived from the original on 2013-05-20. Retrieved 2014-05-17.
- ^ "The world's smallest car? Meet the "Canta" | Amsterdam Travel Guide". Amsterdamlogue.com. 2008-06-08. Retrieved 2014-05-17.
- ^ Hoireabhaird, Niamh Ní, This tiny Dutch vehicle for people with disabilities is taking off, MIT Technology Review, December 26, 2022
- ^ "De Inrij Canta: De ideale oplossing voor rolstoelgebruikers | Waaijenberg Mobiliteit" (in Dutch). Waaijenberg.com. 2014-01-25. Retrieved 2014-05-17.
- ^ "Rolstoel canta, Wheelchair canta Waaijenberg". YouTube. 2008-06-06. Retrieved 2014-05-17.
- ^ "Over Ons" (in Dutch). Nederland.TV. Retrieved 2014-05-17.
- ^ "het nationale CANTA ballet" (in Dutch). Hetnationalecantaballet.nl. Retrieved 2014-05-17.
- ^ "Bijzondere eenmalige voorstelling van het Nationale Canta Ballet | Westergasfabriek" (in Dutch). Westergasfabriek.nl. 2012-05-16. Retrieved 2014-05-17.
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