Name: MotorHome Towbars
Address: Unit 14 Churchill Business Park, Sleaford Road, Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln, LN4 2FF, United Kingdom
Telephone: 01522 524 444

If you are searching for the most suitable disability car adaptations in the Lincoln or Lincolnshire area, look no further than us. Get in touch today. We can modify your car to suit your personal requirements.

Here is a broad list of some of the vehicle adaptations and modifications we offer at MotorHome Towbars in Lincolnshire. You can check these adaptations against your condition and look for the ones that will suit you best. Be sure to pick the ones that will enhance your driving experience most:

Transfer plates
Steering Aids, i.e. Steering Ball Attachment
Remote Control Devices (These make it easier to operate car functions, such as indicators, windscreen wipers and headlights)
Left Foot Accelerator
Hand Controls (for push/pull acceleration)
Boot Hoists (for easy transfer of your mobility scooter or wheelchair)
Rooftop Stowage (perfect for cars with limited boot space)
Electric Person Hoist
Swivel Seats (for easier access to your car)
Accessible Overhead Storage
Seat Hoists

Motability Scheme Adaptations

We offer our customers government Motability Scheme vehicle adaptations and any servicing or maintenance that they require. Our professional team specialises in modifying your chosen new car to suit your needs and allow you some freedom.

It can seem challenging or impossible for people with disabilities to operate a standard vehicle that doesn't always adjust to their needs or capabilities. This can massively impact their lives and businesses and affect their quality of life, which is why vehicle conversions to scooters and cars can help them, to some degree, drive manually.

Adaptations provide a higher-rate mobility component of personal independence payment; this ensures you can drive independently without worries about costs. They also guarantee customers greater access to a manufacturer warranty, as there is a lot more at stake when accidents occur.

One example may be, if you intend to purchase a car or vehicle with standard foot pedals and accelerators but suffer from a condition or injury that restricts the use of your legs, worry not. Motability engineers can modify your car, providing conversions and add-ons that allow you to use it to your current capabilities.

It is essential to do lots of research before investing in an expensive purchase such as a car, van or motorhome. You must make sure you pick a vehicle model that engineers are fully able to adjust. At MotorHome Towbars, we provide a wide range of mobility adaptions that customers can rely on, no matter their circumstances, contact us today for more details.

What Is A Mobility Car Adaptation?

Adaptations provide a range of devices and accessories for your car or vehicle to enhance your driving experience. This ensures travelling becomes much more enjoyable and accessible.

Typically, at the beginning of your lease, the Mobility Scheme services offer approximately 500 different vehicle adaptations for no extra payment costs.

Common adaptations assist you in driving regardless of the mileage and they help to reduce any struggles you may encounter during your travelling experience. Specialists can stow your wheelchairs or scooters and enable you to get in and out of your vehicle. Choose us today, and we'll do all we can to assist you and provide any information you require.

How Do Disabled Drivers Adapt To Their Cars?

Many people with disabilities often worry that driving or even riding in a car could be a daunting and uncomfortable experience or even impossible. This is why many opt for mobility scooters.

However, this is no longer the case. Many highly trained engineers can now adapt new and old vehicles with installations that make them accessible to disabled people. For example, they incorporate steering aids, speed controls, tail lifts and hoists for those in wheelchairs and hand controls.

Ensure that before you buy any vehicle, it is a vehicle that an engineer can effectively adapt to meet your requirements and conversions. We encourage you to contact your local company to perform any major adaptations that you are seeking. That way, they can confirm whether or not your chosen model is suitable for the modifications you need.

Vehicle adaptations cost money and insurance; however, should you struggle to pay any additional payments, even with a disability living allowance, you may be eligible for some financial assistance.

Depending on your age, if your vehicle requires any adaptations, you might be entitled to WPMS (War Pensioners' Mobility Supplement). This is a Motability allowance benefit paid with the necessary War Disablement Pension. It is a scheme that ensures that older disabled recipients or those who were part of the armed forces are eligible for any necessary vehicle modifications.

The service assists elderly customers with any payments covering the costs or fuel costs via the Motability Scheme. The scheme ensures they do not pay any road tax.

Can Young Drivers Join The Motability Scheme?

Young people can participate in the Motability Scheme for vehicle adaptations. Still, their actions and joining methods vary based on their age and role, whether they’re the primary customer or have an appointee. Your Certificate of Motor Insurance can include only one driver under 21 years old. This driver might be a disabled customer or another driver residing at the same address.

Unless they are the main customer, drivers under 21 must possess a full driving licence. Individuals under 25 face several restrictions:

Regarding petrol, diesel, and hybrid vehicles, you can only choose cars with 16 or lower ABI Insurance Group ratings. It also means you must use a power output that does not exceed 120 brake horsepower (bhp).

You can select electric vehicles with ABI Insurance Group ratings of 21 or lower. They must also have a power output of 140 bhp or less.

Misuse of Mobility Cars and How To Report It

We are very serious about the proper use of your mobility cars. Misuse includes:

Not using it for the benefit of the disabled person. Driving it without insurance or while banned. Using it in a criminal act. It also involves lending it to non-motability drivers, sub-leasing or selling it, and using it for business purposes we have not agreed to, like as a taxi or for deliveries.

Not taking care of your mobility car is also seen as a misuse. For example, this can be anything from neglecting frequent maintenance and failing to report any damages to modifying the vehicle without any authorisation from your local mobility experts. It is essential to follow the agreed terms to avoid any penalties or legal consequences.

If your car is misused in any way, your UK lease may be terminated. A termination can prevent you from gaining another vehicle through the scheme. Lastly, you will often be charged for any repairs or estimated loss in its sale value.

Can I Lease An Electric Car On The Mobility Scheme?

Electric cars are an excellent choice for many people worldwide. They are especially good for those seeking a contemporary, environmentally friendly, and economical vehicle. Instead of using a combustion engine, electric cars are powered by a rechargeable battery. This eliminates the need for fuel or oil and results in zero emissions.

In response to this new change, the Motability Scheme offers a broad selection of electric vehicles, making them more accessible to disabled individuals throughout the UK. If you qualify for the Scheme, you can lease an electric car. Get in touch with our team today to discuss the details.

Are you looking for high-quality disability car adaptations in Lincoln and Lincolnshire, UK? Contact our team today on the phone or via email during our opening hours, which are Monday to Friday. Our friendly professionals are happy to help and improve your vehicle for your safety. Customers may receive any advice and details on our adaptations and a free quote for all the modifications discussed.

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