Mobility Scooters - Getting Around With Ease

A mobility scooter is a great way to get around. It can make getting to the store or visiting your friends a lot easier. You can also be more independent and stop depending on family or ride-services.

There are many options to purchase or lease a scooter in the UK. There are many options that include high-street sellers online retailers, as well as specialist retailers.

Class 2

Class 2 mobility scooters are designed for indoor and pavement use with speeds up to 4mph. These scooters cannot be used on the road however they can be driven on pedestrian and crossings with zebras. However, be sure not to block the path of pedestrians or those who are using prams or pushchairs. You don't require a license to drive a class 2 scooter, but it is important that you have a good eye and read the registration plate of a car from a distance of around 12.3 metres (40 feet).

They are smaller and lighter than other types of mobility scooters, and tend to be portable. Some of these scooters can be dismantled and fit in the boot of a vehicle which makes them ideal for shopping trips or long days out. However, they're not as comfortable as larger models, and some might have a shorter battery life.

Certain public transport companies won't allow you to take a class 2 scooter on board. For instance, Brighton &amp