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Viaduct

Riding the rails: travelling the UK’s historic railways

We've picked our favourite disabled–friendly train lines; all except one are wheelchair-accessible and all make for a fantastic day out.

Amanda Tomlin
Rough Guides
Places
08 February 2019
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Ronald’s story: Enjoying the freedom that the Motability Scheme brings us as a family

Watch Ronald’s story to see how the Motability Scheme has enabled him and his family to continue to enjoy family life.

Motability Scheme
Inspiration
08 February 2019
Disabled toilet

Changing Places accessible toilets

Changing Places are accessible toilets that are designed to meet the needs of people with more complex conditions or disabilities. Helen Dolphin tells us everything we need to know.

Helen Dolphin
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
07 February 2019
Smart dashboard

How to get the most out of your car’s infotainment system

Built-in infotainment systems in cars are becoming more common—here's how to use them to drive safer and smarter.

Tim Barnes-Clay
Motability Scheme
Motoring
06 February 2019
Clifton suspension bridge

Toll road and congestion scheme charges across the UK

Here's a short summary of the majority of toll roads, where they are, and information on how to apply for concessions.

Helen Dolphin
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
30 November 2018
Tyres

Knowing your tyre size

Whether they’ve become worn with age or you’ve discovered a puncture, if you find you are in need of a new tyre, the first thing you’ll need to know when replacing it is your tyre size.

Kwik Fit
Motability Scheme
Scheme news
03 November 2018
Night vision camera

A round-up of some of the most exciting new car technology available

Read these five new developments in car technology that are not only exciting but that will also become broadly used in the very near future.

Ade Holder
Motability Scheme
Motoring
04 September 2018
Caernarfon Castle, Snowdonia, Wales

Top 10 days out for people with hidden disabilities

Rough Guides’ writer Emma Field has selected 10 days out for people with hidden disabilities, whether you’re into nature, history, culture, extreme sports – or just want to admire the view.

Emma Field
Rough Guides
Places
03 September 2018
Helen Dolphin in Motability Scheme car

My Motability Scheme journey: The beginning of my journey

Over the next four months, Helen will be sharing her Motability Scheme journey with us. In the first article of the series, Helen tells us about the beginning of her Motability Scheme journey.

Helen Dolphin
Motability Scheme
Scheme news
02 September 2018

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