Adaptations
Five pioneers whose creations helped disabled people
Here we look at five inventors who invented exceptional things to help disabled people get by in the world, both in and out of their vehicles. All of them spotted a gap in people’s needs and pioneered something new and helpful.
Child car seat safety tips for Scheme customers
This article will help you understand which child car seat should go in which vehicle, including if you have a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV).
Adaptations in action: Car access made simple
For anyone with limited mobility, even a short car journey often starts with the same question: how do I get into the seat comfortably and safely? Smart innovations from Elap and Guidosimplex are making that easier.
Spotlight on boot hoists: What they are and how they help
Could you benefit from a boot hoist in your Motability Scheme vehicle? Here are FAQs about boot hoists to help determine if this adaptation is right for you.
Car adaptations: The alternative to WAVs
Car adaptations might suit you better than a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV). In this article, we run through the different adaptations available through the Motability Scheme.
Can you drive with Spinal Muscular Atrophy?
In this article, blogger and presenter Ross Lannon shares his experiences of having a Motability Scheme car and the freedom he gets from driving.
Gem Turner: ‘Choosing my adaptations’
In our article with disability blogger Gem Turner, she discusses the adaptations she has for her Motability Scheme WAV and how they help her drive.
Watch push/pull hand controls in action
With so many adaptations available it can be hard to know where to start, watch our videos to show you how our most popular push/pull hand controls work.
