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Part 4: Design That Understands You — How UX and Sensory Science Shaped the Fidget Steer Grip

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From the outside, it looks simple. But every curve, texture, and click of the Fidget Steer Grip was designed with intention—grounded in sensory science and shaped by the lived experiences of neurodivergent drivers. This isn’t just a product. It’s a conversation between your hands and your nervous system. 🧠 Built for Brains That Don’t Sit Still Drivers with ADHD, anxiety, or sensory processing differences often struggle with: • Restless hands • Overstimulation from traffic, noise, or unpredictability • Difficulty staying present without suppressing movement The Fidget Steer Grip doesn’t fight those traits— it works with them. ✋ Five Modules, One Purpose: Regulation Fidget Steer Grip includes five tactile modules, each tailored to meet a specific sensory need: Module Function Rocker Switch Repetitive clicking for rhythmic relief Smooth Roller Silent rolling to ease tension Tactile Gear Textured rotation for steady focus Push Button Single-press feedback for grounding Silent Push ...

You’re Not Alone: What to Do When Your Hands Won’t Stay Still on the Wheel

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If your palms sweat the moment you grip the steering wheel… If your mind races faster than your car on the highway… If you’ve ever white-knuckled your way through a red light, heart pounding like you’re in danger— you’re not overreacting. You’re not broken. And you’re definitely not alone. According to a recent national survey, 66% of Americans experience driving anxiety—that’s two out of every three drivers  . For many, it’s not about the road itself, but the internal storm: the racing thoughts, the restless hands, the feeling that you’re one distraction away from losing control. And if you also live with ADHD, that storm often comes with an extra layer—a deep, physical need to do something with your hands, just to feel grounded. The problem isn’t that you’re “bad at driving.” The problem is that your nervous system is searching for an anchor—and in the absence of a safe one, it grabs at anything: your phone, your cuticles, the radio dial… or worse, nothing at all, leaving you adr...