Everyday tips

Take a look below for ideas and advice on getting out and about, and keeping mobile day-to-day.
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A close-up view of a car's steering wheel secured with a red and black steering wheel lock, featuring a built-in key mechanism. The anti-theft device is clamped in place to prevent the wheel from turning.

Car security: what you need to know

Even with the sophisticated technology that some car thieves have access to, there are many things drivers can do to deter them.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
15 May 2025
A man in a wheelchair and a woman sit across from each other at a wooden picnic table in a park, enjoying hot drinks and smiling. A wheelchair-accessible van is parked behind them, and the scene is set in a leafy outdoor area during autumn.

Maintenance tips for your powered wheelchair or scooter

Whether you use a powered electric wheelchair or a mobility scooter, having the know-how to care for your equipment means it will perform better. Use Shona's maintenance guide to help keep your mobility equipment in good condition for longer.

Shona Louise
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
14 May 2025
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How to spot the signs that you’re too tired to drive

Driving while tired is a major cause of accidents, which is why it’s important to spot the signs of fatigue when going on long journeys. Keep reading to find out some of the main symptoms of driver fatigue, and what you can do to ensure your long drive goes smoothly.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
01 May 2025

Disability aids recommended by disabled people

Chloe Tear reveals the best aids and equipment recommended by the disabled community. From mobility aids and bathroom equipment to handy kitchen gadgets, discover the best options for you.

Chloe Tear
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
22 April 2025

How to park safely in different parking spaces

In this article we explain how you can parallel park, bay park and park at an angle safely.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
14 April 2025
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Getting around with a less-apparent disability

If you have a less-apparent disability, it may feel difficult to access the support you need to help you stay mobile. Find out what help is available and how to access it here.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
11 April 2025
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RADAR Keys explained: What are they, where can I use them and how do I get one?

Independent mobility consultant, Helen Dolphin MBE, explains what RADAR keys are, how they work and how you can get one if you have a disability.

Helen Dolphin
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
08 April 2025
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Seven top tips for travelling on your scooter or powered wheelchair

Top tips to ensure you're prepared when travelling on your electric scooter or powered wheelchair.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
18 March 2025
A red HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) truck with headlights on, driving down a highway. The truck has a large white trailer attached. The road is surrounded by greenery, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background. Other vehicles, including a car, are visible on the road, slightly blurred to indicate motion

A guide to staying safe around Heavy Goods Vehicles

Sharing the road with big lorries, or Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs), can feel daunting. In this article, we break down how they move and how you can stay visible.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
17 March 2025

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