Website Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At Precision Auto, we are dedicated to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, a set of guidelines developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to make web content more accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities. These guidelines address a wide range of disabilities, including visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, and neurological disabilities. By adhering to these guidelines, we aim to provide a seamless and inclusive experience for all our users.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented several features to enhance the accessibility of our website:

• Alternative Text: All images and non-text content have meaningful alternative text descriptions. This allows users who are blind or have low vision to understand the content of the images through screen readers. For instance, our images depicting engine repair are described as "A mechanic performing diagnostics on a car engine, highlighting the process of identifying the problem." This ensures that users gain a complete understanding of the visual elements.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard alone, without the need for a mouse. This benefits users with motor impairments who may find it difficult to use a mouse or trackpad. We have ensured that all interactive elements are accessible and focus is clearly visible.
• Color Contrast: We have carefully chosen color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background. This improves readability for users with low vision or color blindness. We regularly test our color contrast ratios to meet WCAG standards, ensuring that text is easily distinguishable.
• Assistive Technology Compatibility: Our website is designed to be compatible with various assistive technologies, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and speech recognition software. We regularly test our website with these technologies to ensure optimal performance.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: The website's navigation is clear, consistent, and easy to understand. Users can quickly find the information they need without confusion. We have implemented a logical structure and clear labeling to facilitate navigation.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings. This accommodates users with low vision who need larger text sizes.
• Forms and Labels: All forms on our website have clear and descriptive labels, making it easy for users to understand the purpose of each field. We use semantic HTML to structure our forms and provide helpful error messages.
• Structured Content: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content logically, making it easier for screen readers and other assistive technologies to interpret the content. This includes using headings, lists, and tables appropriately.

Specific Accessibility Considerations

Tables for Data Presentation

When presenting data in tabular format, we ensure that tables are properly structured with appropriate headers and captions. This helps screen reader users understand the relationship between the data cells.

Fuel Efficiency Data for Common Vehicle Types

Vehicle Type	City MPG	Highway MPG	Average MPG
Sedan	25	35	30
SUV	18	24	21
Truck	15	20	17
Hybrid	50	45	47

Handling of Animations and Moving Content

We minimize the use of animations and moving content to prevent distractions and potential seizures. When animations are used, we provide a mechanism to pause or stop them.

Audio and Video Content

For any audio or video content, we provide captions, transcripts, or audio descriptions to ensure that the content is accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing, or who have visual impairments.

Accessibility Evaluation Process

Our commitment to accessibility involves a continuous cycle of evaluation and improvement. We regularly conduct accessibility audits using automated tools and manual testing. We also incorporate user feedback to identify areas for improvement and ensure that our website remains accessible over time. Our accessibility team, led by Senior Accessibility Specialist, Anya Petrova, conducts quarterly reviews and updates.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, some limitations may exist on our website. We are constantly working to improve the accessibility of our website and address any known issues. For example, older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are in the process of converting these documents to accessible formats.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (602) 555-1234
• Address: Accessibility Department, 456 Desert Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85002

We will do our best to respond to your feedback promptly and address any accessibility issues.

Third-Party Content

Our website may contain content from third-party sources, such as social media feeds or embedded videos. While we strive to ensure that all content on our website is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage third-party content providers to adhere to accessibility guidelines and will work with them to address any accessibility issues.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. We will continue to monitor our website, conduct accessibility audits, and incorporate user feedback to ensure that our website remains accessible to everyone. We also provide training to our staff on accessibility best practices to ensure that accessibility is considered in all aspects of our website development and maintenance.

Compliance with Legal Standards

Precision Auto is committed to complying with all applicable accessibility laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). We regularly review and update our website to ensure that it meets these standards.

Internal Policies

Our internal policies reflect our dedication to accessibility. All new content is reviewed for compliance, and our team is trained yearly on best practices. Key policy author: Dr. Eleanor Vance, Head of Accessibility Compliance.