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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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Shona Louise, a wheelchair user, smiles while seated along a seaside promenade with a turquoise railing. She is wearing a green checkered dress, with the calm ocean and Brighton's historic West Pier ruins visible in the background on a sunny day.

Top tips for a UK holiday with a powered wheelchair

Shona Louise shares her top tips to take away some of the stress and questions you may have about traveling with a wheelchair in the UK

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Self-care ideas: affordable ways to put your wellbeing first

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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.

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An elderly man and a younger woman sit together on a wooden park bench, smiling warmly at each other. The man leans on a walking cane and wears a tan jacket with a grey scarf, while the woman wears a dark coat and a patterned scarf. A wheelchair is positioned next to the bench, and the background features lush green trees, suggesting a peaceful outdoor setting.

Ten top support forums for carers

An online forum is a great way to meet other carers, share feelings, tips and concerns. This article highlights ten great forums for carers.

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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.

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Essentials including maps and a drink travel with Sarah in her Motability Scheme car.

Things I always keep in my car

Sarah Alexander-Georgeson shares her list of essentials that she keeps in her Scheme car at all times. How many do you keep in your car?

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Salesman giving car keys to customer who has chosen a new car and shaking his hand

Driving ergonomics: choosing the right car

You might assume the type of car you buy doesn’t really affect how comfortable you are when driving, but in reality there’s a lot to consider. This article outlines some of the things to think about when choosing your next car.

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