Disabled mobility cars provide disabled drivers with a sense of freedom and independence that would be difficult to get any other way. Of course they make every day chores from school runs to the shopping easier, but is that the extent of the benefit of such a vehicle? The answer is quite simply no it isn’t.
Today’s generation of wheelchair accessible vehicles and adapted cars are designed with both comfort and performance in mind. You can take to the road with style and comfort. They are designed to handle longer distances with easy and given that a mobility car becomes a great choice for a disabled individual who wants to see more of the world. Whether you want to driver, or be driven across the UK, or experience Europe and beyond, your car can open a world of possibilities.
Travel on ferries and the Eurotunnel becomes a serious possibility as part of a well planned trip. However, there are things you need to consider before you set off. Firstly, there is your mileage. If you are leasing through the Motability scheme and hoping to benefit from a longer lease through low mileage, then a trip across the channel could serious eat into your 15,000-mile allowance. Then there is your insurance; does it cover you for trips abroad, or will you need to add this to your policy? Travel insurance is a must as to it some form of breakdown cover. Ensure that when you are planning you also take into consideration where you are going to stop and what you will do should anything happen to your adapted vehicle.
Automotive Group have specialised in disabled mobility cars for three decades. With a wealth of experience, we can help you find the right vehicle to meet your needs.
