Guides
Supplying quality hoists isn’t the only way we help people get the most out of their mobility scooters.
Here you’ll find plenty of useful information on a range of scooter-related subjects – we cover everything from researching and buying your first (or tenth) vehicle, to owning, operating and maintaining it on a daily basis.
If you can’t decide which model type will best suit your needs, we can help. If you’re not sure how to go about using your scooter on the road, we’ve taken care of that, too. Explore the articles below and learn everything you need to know!
Wheelchair & 
Scooters
Car 
Obtaining or adapting 
Why we don't supply second hand boot hoists
Car boot hoists are the ideal solution for wheelchair or mobility scooter users. They allow for easy loading, unloading, stowage and transport of the mobility device to and from the boot of your car with just the touch of a button. From first glance, buying a used car boot hoist may sound ideal but in the long run you could be stuck having to pay a lot more, here’s why.
Choosing the right boot hoist for you
If you are a wheelchair or mobility scooter user or regularly transport someone who is, you will know all too well the difficulty of lifting and storing the mobility device into your vehicle.
Getting out and about after lockdown
Now that restrictions are easing it is important to feel comfortable and stay safe when making plans to leave the house. We understand this can feel daunting to many and have put together a short guide to provide some advice and peace of mind.
How to help a wheelchair user into a chair
If you’re a carer looking after someone who uses a wheelchair, knowing the correct way to assist them into and out of their chair can be tricky. Wheelchairs can be unwieldy and awkward to move in and out of, especially if you’re unsure of the best way to lift and settle a friend or family member who needs assistance.
Buying a mobility scooter - things to consider
Whatever your reasons for needing one, a mobility scooter is a significant investment. It’s a lifestyle choice as well as a medical device, so you need to make sure you’re getting the type that best fits your requirements. With hundreds on the market, though, the prospect of choosing can be daunting.
Getting out and about after lockdown
Now that restrictions are easing it is important to feel comfortable and stay safe when making plans to leave the house. We understand this can feel daunting to many and have put together a short guide to provide some advice and peace of mind.
Driving a mobility scooter on the road
If you’ve never owned a mobility scooter before or if you’re looking to update your current scooter, you may be wondering whether or not you can drive it on the road. We’ve put together the following guide to help.
Questions to ask when buying a mobility scooter
A mobility scooter is a sizeable investment, whichever end of the market you’re looking. Even the most basic models tend to cost a few hundred pounds, and, at the other end of the scale, the most capable machines can cost thousands. It pays, therefore, to make sure you know what you’re getting.
How to get the most from your mobility scooter
However much you’ve chosen to spend on your mobility scooter, you’ll want to get the best possible return on your investment. After all, these vehicles tend to cost a significant amount of money, regardless of size and capability.
Five of the most useful mobility scooter features
The importance of some parts, like the wheels, steering controls and seat, goes without saying, but some features don’t quite get the appreciation they deserve. And, to get the most from your investment, you’ll need to understand exactly what they’re good for.
Buying a mobility scooter - things to consider
Whatever your reasons for needing one, a mobility scooter is a significant investment. It’s a lifestyle choice as well as a medical device, so you need to make sure you’re getting the type that best fits your requirements. With hundreds on the market, though, the prospect of choosing can be daunting.
Choosing the right boot hoist for you
If you are a wheelchair or mobility scooter user or regularly transport someone who is, you will know all too well the difficulty of lifting and storing the mobility device into your vehicle.
Your guide to the Milford Person Lift
Our Milford Person Lift is a life changing solution allowing wheelchair users to travel in the comfort of a regular car seat either in the driver’s seat or front or rear passenger side. The Milford Person Lift transfers you from your wheelchair and into your car seat by gently lifting you up using a comfortable sling and lowering you into position.
Driving a mobility scooter on the road
If you’ve never owned a mobility scooter before or if you’re looking to update your current scooter, you may be wondering whether or not you can drive it on the road. We’ve put together the following guide to help.
How do you get a Motability car?
Mobility is important to all of us, and losing it can have a huge impact on our lives. If you are disabled but still want to drive, the Motability Scheme can help.