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The Ultimate Guide to Mobility Scooters
Our aim is to give you (almost!) everything you need to know about mobility scooters – or disability scooters, as they’re also known.
What are mobility scooters?
Mobility scooters are single-seat, battery-powered vehicles with an electric motor. They have either 3 or 4 wheels and are operated using simple handlebar style controls. Designed to be used by people who have reduced mobility for walking, they are also known as disability scooters.
There are two classes – Class 2 and Class 3 – and several types of mobility scooters for different use cases. Some of the most popular types include folding mobility scooters, which are designed for transport in a car boot or on public transport like aeroplanes or trains. But there’s also road legal and all-terrain mobility scooters for the most adventurous, with advanced suspension, large capacity batteries and added safety features. Under UK law, there are rules and regulations which govern the use of the different types of mobility scooters. We’ll explain the differences between the different types, and the rules about how and where you can use them, in our Mobility Scooters FAQs and How To Guides.
Driving a mobility scooter requires no manual effort beyond steering the handlebars. That makes them ideal for people who have difficulties walking and don’t have the strength for a self-propelled manual wheelchair. Buying a mobility scooter to get out and about in can therefore give you back a real sense of freedom and independence! Some people are concerned about stigma attached to mobility scooters, but the truth is many people (probably millions!) in all walks and stages of life use electric scooters to lead a more fulfilling life.
Mobility Scooters Prices & Costs
Prices of mobility scooters start at around £400 ex VAT and go all the way up to around £8000 ex VAT. Remember you can claim VAT Relief on a mobility scooter purchase if you have a long-term medical condition or disability. You may also be able to trade in an unwanted mobility aid to reduce the cost of your new mobility scooter.
Mobility Scooter Comparisons, Reviews & Best In Class
If you’re going to buy a new mobility scooter, you’ll probably be searching for mobility scooter reviews. And once you’ve found some mobility scooter models you think might be best for your needs, you’ll probably want to compare the options in more detail, for example the differences in pricing, technical specifications and features.
Mobility Scooters FAQs & How To Guides
There are many questions you may have when looking to buy a mobility scooter, or wondering how to use a scooter you’ve purchased. These may include how and where you can drive a mobility scooter or questions about travel and transport, such as lifting a mobility scooter into a car boot.
Why is it important to get professional advice when buying a mobility scooter?
There are thousands of mobility scooters available but which is the right one for you? Navigating the UK mobility scooter market can be overwhelming and deciding whether a particular model is a good one is difficult before you buy it!
That’s why getting personal expert advice is important when buying a mobility scooter. So, why not give us a call to discuss your requirements? We’ve been helping people to choose the right mobility solutions for over 40 years, and our experienced team will be able to suggest models that will cater for your body shape, condition, lifestyle, and budget. We also provide ongoing support and servicing for your new chair, and our team are only ever a phone call away.
We can offer advice over the phone or welcome you into our Ipswich showroom, one of the largest care and mobility showrooms in the UK, where we have a great range of models available for you to try out. We may also be able to order non-stock models in on request. And if you can’t make the journey, we may also be able to come to you. Give us a call on 01473 741144 or visit our showroom.
