Mobility Scooters - Getting Around With Ease

Mobility scooters can be an excellent method of traveling. It makes it easier to get to the store or visit friends. You can also be more independent and stop depending on family or ride-services.

In the UK there are many ways to buy or lease mobility scooters. These include major high street sellers as well as specialist retailers, and online providers.

Class 2

Class 2 mobility scooters are able to reach a an upper speed of 4mph and are designed to be used indoors or on pavements. These scooters are not permitted to be used on the roads, but they can be driven at pedestrian and zebra crossings. It is not recommended to drive in the path of pedestrians, or people pushing prams and pushchairs. There is no licence required to drive a Class 2 scooter. However you must have excellent vision and be capable of reading a car registration plate at the distance of 12.3 metres (40 ft).

These scooters are lighter and smaller than other mobility scooters. They are usually transportable. Some models can be dismantled and fit in the boot of a vehicle making them ideal for shopping trips or long outings. They are not as comfortable as the larger models, and some might have less battery life.

Some public transport companies will not allow you to take an unclassified scooter on board. Brighton &amp