Ask Honest John

Honest John Ask Honest John » Do any new cars come with the indicator stalk on the right?

Do any new cars come with the indicator stalk on the right?

I am looking of a car with indicator stalk on the right hand side. I remember Mercedes having an all-in-one stalk on the right and of course early Japanese models. Anything you can think of please, but not too large a model? Necessary due to weak left arm following illness.

Asked on 25 March 2025 by jonnycee

Answered by David Ross
Many Japanese vehicles had the indicator stalk on the right up until the late 1980s and early 1990s, but rather than just being phased out at the same time, the changeover tended to happen when models were updated. As an example the original K10 Nissan Micra had the indicator on the right, whereas the second generation K11 version introduced in 1992 had the stalk on the left. As an alternative to choosing an older vehicle with the indicators on the right, you may wish to consider having an adaptation fitted that allows you to operate the indicators and other functions with your right hand. As an example, the mobility specialist Jeff Gosling offers a remote control which not only allows you to steer with one hand but also operate the indicators, lights and even wipers - www.jeffgosling.co.uk/products/remote-control-devi...p

Kind regards,

David
Similar questions
I bought a used car less than two weeks ago. It's a 2016 reg. The battery has failed three times since I bought it. The first time a friend jump started it for me, the second time a mechanic used a power...
What is a suitable car for elderly parents as passengers? And what is the best car for easy access? I can spend around £20k.
I have restricted movement of my legs and have problems getting in and out of cars. My VW Passat was a lovely car but low to the ground making it difficult to get out of. I changed it for a BMW X1 thinking...