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Motorway

Close following and tailgating: the dangers and how to avoid it

Are you familiar with tailgating? Find out exactly what constitutes it and why it's so dangerous with this handy article.

Ade Holder
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
10 March 2019
Flat tyre

What should you do if you get a puncture while driving?

Getting a puncture while driving can be extremely stressful. Here's the best way to stay calm and get help

Ade Holder
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
06 March 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
06 March 2019
Train in Paddington station

Helen Dolphin’s tips for travelling by train

There are times when train travel can actually be easier, cheaper, or simply more relaxing. Helen Dolphin shares her tips.

Helen Dolphin
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
04 March 2019
Motability Scheme customer

How to make small changes and big savings on your energy bills

Everyone uses electricity, but charging a scooter or powered wheelchair can make your bills add up. These tips show how you can save energy.

Nick Harper
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
01 March 2019
Tailgating car on motorway

A guide to overtaking safely on the road

Overtaking is an important manoeuvre to master safely and confidently. See tips below from our Scheme partner, the RAC.

RAC
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
23 February 2019
Low emission zone sign

What is the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) and what will it mean for disabled motorists or Motability Scheme vehicles?

An area in Central London will require vehicles to meet exhaust emissions standards or pay a daily charge to travel.

Helen Dolphin
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
21 February 2019
Row of parked cars

Top tips for stress-free parking

We hope these tips will help you gain confidence in parking manoeuvres and have one thing less to worry about when you go out driving.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
08 February 2019
Woman driving car

Don’t let anxiety keep you from driving

There are a number of ways you can deal with driving anxiety, which can mean more freedom and independence with your car.

Laura Marcus
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
03 February 2019

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