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Close-up of a car tyre with snow caught in its tread, parked on a snowy road under a clear sky.

Winter tyres: what you need to know

Winter tyres might be a necessary need for your car as the weather turns, find out if you might need specialist tyres this winter.

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Emma Muldoon is sat outdoors in her powered wheelchair.

The importance of comfort and suspension for Powered Wheelchairs

When choosing a new powered wheelchair you will want to ensure that it suits your disability while providing comfort and support.

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A woman in the passenger seat smiles and points at the car’s touchscreen navigation system while talking to the driver beside her. The image is taken from the back seat, showing the car interior and dashboard.

How to get the most from your Motability Scheme test drive

Watch our video to see how to get the most from your test drive and feel confident about choosing the right car for you.

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A man drives a car with a woman in the back seat and a young child sitting safely in a car seat, secured with a seatbelt and looking out the window.

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).

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Happy little girl writes letter to Santa Claus sitting at table with gift box on background of christmas tree. New Year

How to get a Santa letter for your child

A letter from Santa creates special Christmas memories for children, but finding personalised or accessible options can be tricky. Here's a list of trusted organisations that offer them.

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Top tips for using public transport with a powered wheelchair or scooter

Do you need to travel on public transport with a mobility scooter or powered wheelchair? Read our tips for using trains, buses, coaches, or taxis with your Scheme mobility aid.

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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. Our guide covers the main symptoms of driver fatigue, and what you can do to ensure your long drive goes smoothly.

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Maxwell McKnight smiles while seated in a powered wheelchair inside a factory or warehouse environment, wearing a light sweatshirt and tan boots.

Navigating university as a wheelchair user

Placement student Maxwell McKnight shares his top tips for navigating university as a wheelchair user.

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A woman in a manual wheelchair smiles while using her smartphone in a car park outside a train station, positioned near the rear of a blue car parked in a Blue Badge bay.

Worried about how far your electric car will go? Our tool puts you in charge

Our new tool brings electric car range to life for the journeys that matter to you. Try it out or read to see how it could help you.

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A smiling woman tests a powered wheelchair in a mobility showroom, assisted by a staff member and a man standing beside her. Various mobility aids are displayed around them.

Choosing or upgrading your powered wheelchair or scooter: Key questions to ask

To help you choose the right powered wheelchair or scooter, we’ve put together a handy guide with key questions to think about and ask your dealer.

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