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The M1 motorway with light traffic moving in both directions, surrounded by green fields and hills. A blue roadside sign reads “Refuge areas for emergency use only.”

How to stay safe on smart motorways

Smart motorways are designed to keep traffic moving. But if your car breaks down, they can feel overwhelming. With help from the RAC, we’ve pulled together some clear steps so you’ll know exactly what to do.

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Is a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) right for me?

If it’s time to start thinking about your next vehicle, take our short survey to see if a WAV or car with adaptations is the best Motability Scheme vehicle for you.

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A woman on a red mobility scooter smiles as she approaches the rear ramp of a wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV), while a man in a blue shirt and a mobility advisor stand nearby offering support.

Travelling up top: Is an Upfront Passenger WAV right for you?

This article explains how these WAVs are different from other vehicles on the Scheme and whether one might be a good choice for you.

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An older man walks a small dog beside a woman using a red mobility scooter in a leafy car park. A wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) with a Blue Badge and Allied Mobility stickers is parked nearby.

Tips to help you get used to your new Motability Scheme vehicle

Getting used to driving a new car can be tricky! With this guide, we show you how to be safe and have fun with your new wheels.

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A man in a wheelchair smiles as a mobility advisor demonstrates the rear ramp of a silver wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV), while a woman stands nearby, watching the demonstration in a sunny car park.

Current Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs) on the Motability Scheme

Explore our updated range of Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs). We’ve included a range of vehicle sizes and prices to help you find the right mobility solution.

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A person installs tinted privacy film on a car window using a squeegee tool, pressing the film smoothly onto the glass inside a workshop.

Privacy glass and tinted windows: which to consider

Some Motability Scheme customers opt to have privacy glass, but what exactly is privacy glass and is it right for you?

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Emma Muldoon smiles while seated in the front passenger position of a WAV, secured in her powered wheelchair inside the adapted vehicle.

What people get wrong about Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

Emma Muldoon tackles the most common myths surrounding WAVs.

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A man using a wheelchair sits in the front passenger seat of a wheelchair accessible vehicle, pointing at the dashboard while talking to the driver beside him.

What makes a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) different?

Find out the key differences between travelling in a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle versus travelling in a standard car.

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A man assists a woman in a wheelchair beside an eVITA electric vehicle parked outdoors. The car’s rear and side doors are open, showcasing its accessible design with a spacious interior and vibrant orange accents. The setting is a bright day in a park-like environment.

The future of WAVs: e-VITA and new conversations with manufacturers

Learn more about eVITA, a groundbreaking eWAV demonstrator we've developed with the award-winning design company CALLUM.

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A man sits at the open side of a white SUV, preparing a mobility aid with a robotic arm that stores a wheelchair in a roof box. The vehicle is parked outside a modern building on a bright day, demonstrating advanced mobility equipment in use.

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.

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