Help and advice

If you are using a powered mobility scooter or buggy for the first time, or if it is a while since you have driven on the road, it is advisable to get some training. For details, contact your local Disabled Living Centre, Mobility Centre or your local authority's Road Safety Unit, or contact the Department of Transport

Always go to an approved supplier. Please contact BHTA for advice if you are in doubt about a supplier.

It is important to check that a scooter suits you and your home environment before buying. For example, where are you going to store it?

Many Disabled Living Centres around the country have a range of mobility scooters or buggies that you can try, and some of the manufacturers or suppliers offer a home demonstration service, so that you can make sure that your choice is right. This is particularly useful if you plan to use your scooter indoors.

Ricability has an online powered wheelchair and scooter database. Search the online guide on the various features and options to draw up a list of scooters to try:

• Search by make or model
• Search for particular features you want
• Find details of helpful organisations
• Find information about using or buying a powered whelchair or scooter

The Department for Transport has issued a guidance document for scooter users Mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs on the road - some guidance for users