WHILL News and Events | WHILL - Part 2
WHILL LAUNCHES NEW MODEL Ci, A LIFE-CHANGING ASSISTIVE PERSONAL MOBILITY DEVICE THAT EMPOWERS CONFIDENCE; INTEGRATES IoT TO DELIVER PREMIUM CUSTOMER CARE
See and Experience 2018 Best of CES Innovation Awards WHILL Model Ci Navigate a Rugged Obstacle Course at the Sands Expo (Booth #43943) ...
Mistletoe, Inc. and WHILL, Inc. Enter Capital Alliance
Mistletoe, Inc. and WHILL are entering a capital alliance with the goal to create new types of value for future smart mobility within urban environments. ...
Fitness Goals: Alternatives to a Manual Chair that Save Your Arms
Many believe using a manual chair benefits them by providing cardio exercise while keeping weight down. But it can also cause injuries to... ...
WHILL Introduces New Seat Width Option for Model A Vehicles
Aug 21, 2017 San Francisco, CA – WHILL, Inc., the creator of world’s most advanced personal electric vehicles (Personal EVs) announced an increased range of configuration to fit a wider range of users for the Model A. Rolling out August 25, customers can choose between 16 or 18 inch seat widths. This offer comes from customer feedback regarding Model A’s 16 inch seat width and a want for larger ...
Horses for Therapy? Wheelchair Users Find Reasons to Get Back into the Saddle!
Equine assisted therapy has since proven to be a life changing experience and treatment for a variety of physical, neurological, cognitive, and emotional conditions. ...
Enjoy Your Summer: Stay Fit. Have Fun.
Build up your arsenal of seated exercises today. Here are some quick shoulder workouts to stay fit while having fun. ...
National Seating & Mobility Partners with WHILL, Inc. on Exclusive Distribution of Next Generation Power Wheelchair
Complex Rehab Technology Solutions provider, National Seating & Mobility (NSM), and WHILL, Inc., the leader in intelligent personal electric vehicles, are partnering on a nationwide distribution agreement for WHILL’s next generation mobility device. ...
Founder and CEO of WHILL Satoshi Sugie Named in Silicon Valley Business Journal’s 40 under 40 List
The founder and CEO of WHILL, Satoshi Sugie, has been named to the prestigious group of 40 Under 40 by the Silicon Valley Business Journal for 2017. ...
Enjoy Your Summer: Play Ball!
This summer, get out and enjoy America's favorite pastime with these great wheelchair baseball tips and exercises. ...
WHILL Awarded VA FSS Contract for Model M Personal EV, Next Generation Wheelchair
Approval provides U.S. veterans and other U.S. government agency employees access to the industry’s most versatile personal electric vehicle ...
Don’t Feel Limited This Summer
Summer has arrived and that means your favorite outdoor activities have returned. Make Model M a part of your summer experience to explore more. ...
NSK and WHILL, Inc. Enter Capital Alliance Collaborating to Create a Market for Next-Generation Personal Electric Vehicles
NSK Ltd. (NSK; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; President and CEO: Toshihiro Uchiyama) today announced that it has entered a capital alliance with WHILL, Inc. ...
Did You Think Wheels Could Do This?
Even with one wheel off the ground, Model M can take you along any trail. Feel the rush of 4WD this summer as you embark on your next trip. ...
Go Where You’ve Never Gone Before
Everyone deserves to see the beauty of the world around them, and Model M is capable of taking you anywhere. Take a look at where you can go. ...
WHILL at 33rd International Seating Symposium (ISS)
WHILL will be attending 33rd International Seating Symposium in Nashville, TN. ...
WHILL Launches the Model M, a New Personal Electric Vehicle Redefining Mobility for Wheelchair Users
A CES 2017 Innovation Awards Honoree, the Model M features a distinctive and versatile design that enables a liberating lifestyle ...
WHILL Announces “WHILL Rental” at CES 2017
The Latest Commercial Launch of an Ongoing Intelligent Personal Mobility Rental Program ...
WHILL at CES 2017
WHILL is excited to announce that we will be at the CES 2017. The Model A is available to test drive at CES 2017 over steep inclines, rough terrain and tight turns. A special course will be set up at Tech West in the Sands Convention Center ...
WHILL Model A wins DFA Design for Asia Awards 2016 Grand Prize
WHILL Model A has been awarded the DFA Design for Asia Awards 2016 in recognition of its design excellence by the international judging panel. WHILL is invited to accept this award and attend the DFA Awards Presentation Ceremony in Hong Kong on 30 November 2016. ...
WHILL at the Abilities Expo DC Metro 2016
WHILL is excited to announce that we will be attending the Abilities Expos all across the country including Abilities Expo DC Metro. ...
CYBERDYNE, Inc. and WHILL, Inc. form comprehensive business and capital partnership
Utilizing innovative Cybernic technology to create and implement next generation mobility devices toward ”Zero Intensive Care Society" and "Society 5.0" ...
WHILL at the Bay Area Abilities Expo 2016
WHILL is excited to announce that we will be attending the Abilities Expos all across the country including Abilities Expo Bay Area. ...
Stanford’s “Ask Me about My Disability” Event
WHILL will be attending Associated Students of Stanford University (ASSU) "Ask Me about My Disability!" event. ...
Exhibiting at Medtrade, Nov. 1-3
We'll be exhibiting at Medtrade 2016, booth #710. Stop by and experience the drive of a lifetime. ...
WHILL Hiking Excursions
Let’s explore L.A.’s amazing hiking trails in a powerful, 4WD wheelchair designed for every terrain. ...
WHILL and 5D Robotics Collaborate to Accelerate Autonomous Personal Mobility Development
WHILL, Inc. (WHILL) announced today its collaboration with 5D Robotics, Inc. (5D). 5D’s deep software talent and rapid development capabilities will help accelerate WHILL’s development of autonomous personal mobility technology for its flagship device, Model A. ...
WHILL Announces “WHILL Rental” at CVG Airport
WHILL, Inc. (WHILL) is excited to announce a new program with Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), WHILL Rental. WHILL Rental is a new category of service that will transform the airport experience by adding our next generation personal mobility device, WHILL Model A. WHILL Model A is an innovative, award-winning personal mobility device that’s easy for anyone to drive. ...
WHILL Model A Makes Its Feature Film Debut
WHILL Model A will be making its big screen debut this weekend as it is featured in the new Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice movie that comes out on March 25, 2016. The feature is directed by Zack Snyder and stars Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill and Amy Adams. ...
WHILL Wins Pioneers Asia Startup Pitch Competition
WHILL was selected as the winner of the Startup Pitch Competition out of 24 finalists from a total of 900 entries by companies at the series A/B stage with revenue. The Pioneers Asia competition is the largest startup event in Europe. The win will greatly benefit WHILL's effort to expand our business network in Europe. ...
WHILL Receives FDA Clearance for Next-Generation Wheelchair
WHILL, Inc. (WHILL) today announced that it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance on a new model that will be released in the coming months. ...
WHILL Model A wins Good Design Award 2015 Grand Prize
WHILL Model A received the Good Design Award 2015 grand prize out of 1,258 participants. This is the third design award that WHILL has received since its founding, following the IDEA bronze award and the Red Dot honorable mention for product design. 1st place - WHILL Model A (2,875 votes out of 9,167 total votes) ...
WHILL exhibits PLAY! WHILL! concept at Tokyo Motor Show
WHILL is exhibiting their PLAY! WHILL! concept at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. PLAY! WHILL! is an obstacle course set up at the WHILL booth so that visitors can experience the many features of Model A including: 3” obstacle clearance, 10º incline capability and multi-terrain coverage. The personal mobility device is enjoyable by everyone at the show. ...
WHILL Selected as Winner of First CEA Foundation “Tech that Improves Lives” Video Contest
On October 14, 2015 The CEA Foundation announced the winners of its first ‘Technology That Improves Lives’ video contest. WHILL along with four other companies was selected from more than 20 entries by companies that create technology that has a positive impact on older adults and others who use assistive technology. As a winner, WHILL will receive $2,500 and a booth in Eureka Park during CES 2016. ...
CVG Airport Pilots WHILL
CVG, rated Best Regional Airport in North America for five straight years by SkyTrax, is the first airport in the United States to perform pilot testing using WHILL, Inc.’s next generation personal mobility vehicle. Testing parameters and commercial use opportunities will be evaluated over several weeks at CVG with airport staff. ...
DOCOMO and WHILL Collaborate on Personal Vehicle Sharing System
NTT DOCOMO, INC., a personalized mobile solutions provider for smarter living, and WHILL Inc., a next-generation personal vehicle developer, announced today they will integrate one of WHILL’s compact single-passenger electric vehicles and DOCOMO’s personal-vehicle-sharing system technologies to offer to local governments and enterprise customers in Japan. ...
Personal Mobility Device Company WHILL Follows Tesla and Google to Transform the Way of Transportation Through Smartphone App Integration
As giants such as Tesla and Google are attempting to disrupt the transportation market with cloud service and autonomous driving on the road, WHILL is following their footsteps for mobility on the sidewalks. Scott McNealy is one of the investors for WHILL who believes there is a huge market for those who are challenged with mobility. ...
