The Original
Adaptive Pushchair.
From one bold invention to a global icon.
In 1972, the National Health System of the UK, commissioned Maclaren to develop an alternative transport system to a traditional wheelchair for children. Based on the patented technology of the Maclaren Baby Buggy, Owen Maclaren engineered the first medical pushchair for children, The Major Elite.
An Adaptive Icon
Maclaren's pioneering technology has been exported to countries around the world and has helped millions of families with Special Needs. Those afflicted with the following disabilities have reported how the Major Elite has made their transportation needs easier with the Major Elite; Autism, Cerebral Palese, Blindness, Elope, Beathing Issues, Walking Issues.
Maclaren has worked with medical institution and government agencies around the world to set the standards in medical pushchairs. The Major Elite is a class 1 medical device and registered with the following government agencies;
FDA USA
Medical Device Regulations UK
MDR EU
