News and info on mobility equipment

But first some basics!

The "core" of a mobility scooter should consist of a backrest, seat and foot support, combined into a comfortable and stable seating base. This enables riders to expend their energy on the essential activities rather than wasting effort trying to maintain a comfortable, upright position. The seat unit should have an anatomically contoured seat base and backrest and be wide enough to accommodate outdoor clothing if necessary.

Choose an electric mobility scooter with adjustable seat and backrest. A seat with fold up armrests adds to the comfort of the rider, make transferring on and off the seat easier and will reduce the amount of physical strain on the upper body.

The tiller is the scooter's control and steering mechanism, containing the controls to drive forward or in reverse, and for steering the front wheel(s). A central console on the tiller holds the supplementary controls for lights, indicators, horn and power.