Faintree Skoda Motability Everything you need to know about the Motability Scheme
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Motability

MANY OF THE AWARD WINNING SKODA FAMILY ARE AVAILABLE ON THE CURRENT MOTABILITY SCHEME WITH LOW PIP /DLA ADVANCE PAYMENTS. RANGING FROM ZERO UP TO £3495. PLEASE CALL IN TO SEE WHAT CARS WE HAVE TO OFFER.

​Motability is a scheme by which you can use your mobility allowance in order to lease a car that can be adapted to your needs. Here at Faintree Škoda we will guide you through the process, making that exciting journey from choosing your new Skoda to delivery so much simpler and easier. We have also made sure our showroom and facilities are fully accessible, making your visit enjoyable and relaxing. Below are some examples of car modifications.

Hand Controls 

​If you find using standard pedals for braking or acceleration difficult, you may be better off using a hand control such as a push/pull device. This popular adaptation allows you to control the speed of the car with your hands by pushing or pulling a lever to accelerate or brake.

​Left Foot Accelerator 

If you have limited mobility in your right leg, and cannot use the standard accelerator comfortably, you may benefit from having a left foot accelerator fitted. This will allow you to control the speed with your left foot, while the original accelerator is safely out of the way. There are a few types of left foot accelerators.

Electronic Accelerators ​

​If you have limited mobility in your legs or find push/pull hand controls take too much effort, an electronic accelerator may help, and there are a few different types available.

Steering Aids

​If you have difficulty holding or turning a standard steering wheel, there are a number of simple solutions that may well help you. For example, a steering wheel ball can be fitted to allow you to have more control when steering the car.

Remote Control Devices

​Remote control devices help make it easier to operate some of your standard car controls, such as the indicators, windscreen wipers and headlights, using a signle control panel mounted on the steering wheel. They can also incorporate a steering wheel call so steering and operating basic car functions can be done with one hand.

Transfer Plate 

​A transfer plate is fitted to the side of the car seat and provides a smooth surface between the wheelchair and the car seat to help you with the transfer. Once you are in the vehicle and are comfortable, the transfer plate can simply be folded out of the way.

Electric Person Hoist ​

​If you are a wheelchair user, another option for getting in and out of the car is via an electric person hoist, which physically lifts you into the car.

Swivel Seats

​Swivel seats can make it easier to transfer from the car to your wheelchair.

Boot Hoist 

​This is a hoist which helps to take away the physical lifting when storing your wheelchair or scooter in your car boot. Tie-downs are included as part of the hoist package to help secure your scooter or wheelchair into the boot of your car. Your wheelchair or scooter will affect the type of boot hoist you need and the space required, so you should take it with you to the dealership so they can make sure that the cars you are considering will fit the hoist type you need, as well as your scooter or wheelchair. Adding a boot hoist to a car could be an alternative to a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV).

Rooftop Stowage

A car rooftop stowage unit could be a solution if you transport a manual wheelchair, and need to use your boot to store other items. They can usually be installed on either the passenger or driver side.

Motability Team

Mollie Caston

​Accredited Sales Executive / Motability specialist

Alex Hornby 

​Accredited Sales Executive / Motability specialist

Jaime Johnston

​Accredited Sales Executive / Motability specialist

Tom Sneade

Accredited Sales Executive / Motability specialist