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Motability update
Motability drivers will no longer need to have a black box fitted to their vehicles following criticism from users affected by the rule changes. The Motability scheme - where certain disability benefits can be exchanged for a lease on a vehicle - had made the black boxes compulsory for new leaseholders, and all drivers…
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Motability black box
I've just received my box which I'm obliged to use due to my 26 year old being on my cars insurance I am miffed about this because I am obliged to use it even when my son is not present but I have no choice apart from removing him from the policy. This box records all my driving data acceleration, braking and speed all…
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Air Travel with a New Wheelchair - need advice
My adult son has had an upgrade to his wheelchair from a stroller-type to a full wheelchair with removable cushions specifically designed to meet his scoliosis needs. We are travelling on holiday soon, and I am realising that this new chair is a bit more complicated than the last. When folded, it needs to be separated into…
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Motability Live - anyone visiting?
Heading up tomorrow and will be at the show for a while on Friday.. HOPEFULLY, narrowing down on a choice of cars.. My trip to Everything Electric last year was a total flop, so without another tenuous trip to London this is the next best thing.
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Companion when having surgery?
I'm not sure where to ask this but here goes. I'm due to have gallbladder surgery in a couple of weeks and I don't think I'm going to have anybody to accompany me to and from hospital. I have M.E. among other issues but even if I didn't, everyone needs somebody to accompany. Is there any way I can get somebody to help me?…
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would like to know the age old question about green power and veleco
i am a scooter user al ready and i would like to know the age old question about green power and veleco. I would like to up grade to a road scooter with a longer range (30to 40 miles). I am concered that the two companies ere somehow connected.i do really fancy the veleco scooter but am nervous about the reliability and…
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Hi, my name is axr1210. Advice for mobility scooters
I'm here looking for advcice and help with mobility scooters.
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Motability lease termination and replacement question
Good morning guys i hope you are all well. Im Ryan, im more a reader than a poster but im after some advice to see if i've done the right thing here, i feel i have but you know.I have now crossed the breaking point threshold of my patience with this particular scooter unit and triggered a termination yesterday with…
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Charger Installation on Motability Question
Does anyone know if you get an EV home charger installed with via Motability. Do they remove it if you end your contract?
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DRIVING AIDS
Hi Folks I'm in the process of buying a used car (Fiord Focus). Are there any driving aids on the market which could help me to: 1. Get a clearer view of the rear. 2. Help me park in tight spots (e.g. car assist) 3. Help in assisting the width of the car Thanks in advance.
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NHS provided Wheelchairs
Anyone considering purchasing their own electric wheelchair - should read this https://www.wheelchair-alliance.co.uk/wheelchair-alliance-wheelchair-users But note - nowhere can I find out a maximum amount that NHS will pay for a personal wheelchair budget !
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I'm confused about driving
Hello everyone. A bit about me, I'm a late bloomer in my early 40s looking to learn to drive and then get a car on the Motability scheme. I have physical issues stemming from CMT (no use of legs, no grip in hands, weakened body all over, etc). I've been trying to get assessed to see if I could drive with appropriate…
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The "One-Size-Fits-All" Flaw: Why Your Motability Black Box is Technically Unrel
As a Certificated IOSH professional (Health & Safety), I have spent my career auditing risk based on equipment suitability. I believe I am seeing a significant technical failure in the Motability "Drive Smart" (IMS) telematics that undermines the entire scheme.The Calibration Gap: A Professional Failure In any professional…
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Is it worth renewing my disabled railcard seeing as I only ever used it twice?
Above. My current card expired circa the end of last week, I'm debating whether to renew it seeing as in all the time I've had a disabled railcard (3 years), I've only ever used it about twice, so is it worth the £15 a month price tag?
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Hi, my name is Birddog! Is my Green Power jh500 electromagnetic brake broken?
I have GP jh500. It has 3 speed settings. Say if I have it set on 2. 0-8 mph. If I’m coming down an incline, it will pick up speed up to 8mph although I have the throttle right down trying to to do 2 mph. Also it will not gradually slow down, if I don’t pussyfoot it down very , very gradually it stops very fiercely. Point…
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Supporting Docs - Nimbus/Blue Badge
Hey all, I’m looking for advice on obtaining supporting documentation for blue badge and Nimbus card applications. I have a hidden physical disability that’s also dynamic and varies significantly from day to day. I’ve applied for a blue badge and my council has requested further documentation. This documentation needs to…
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How to replace lead acid batteries to lithium on a GP500 mobility scooter?
Hi. I have a Green Power GP500 (red) mobility scooter and want to replace the faded lead acid batteries, MYSELF, with its' equivalent (or higher, if this is acceptable to the engineering/electrics of the scooter) of lithium batteries. Am not a mechanic but with the correct and detailed steps given, i can install the…
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Provisional driving license application, put a X in the wrong box on the form
I will not be having a provisional driving license to have a theory test, practical test or to have a car. I want a provisional driving license because it is a very good form of ID to have with you and it is widely accepted in many areas of society. I posted an application for a provisional driving license yesterday…
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Has anyone driven a Mobility Scooter?
Above. I've hired one a couple of times from the Shopmobility stand in Meadowhall, driving one's a laugh, and I managed it quite well. Anyone else?
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The Guardian is Looking For Experiences of Blue Badge or Motability Harassment
The Guardian is currently looking to speak with disabled people who have experienced criticism, "policing," or harassment from the public regarding their Blue Badge or Motability vehicle. The call out is being led by disabled journalist and author Frances Ryan (who wrote Crippled: Austerity and the Demonisation of Disabled…
