Powered Mobility

Discover the world of powered mobility scooters and powerchairs. If you don’t know your class 2 from your class 3, or cannot decide whether you need a folding scooter, road legal or powerchair, then start reading here. To buy, head to the mobility scooter shop. For more advice see our OT mobility scooter recommendations, and our Which? best buy scooters.

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Rain Protection Accessories for You and Your Mobility Scooter

February 11, 2026 - by Will Harrison
With the British weather being as unpredictable as it is – even during the summer months – it’s useful to be prepared for even the most sudden downpours. Fortunately, there are plenty of scooter rain protection accessories to help you out.
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Mobility Scooter Services - Engineer Test and Repair at Home

January 22, 2026 - by Jon Wade

Mobility scooter repairs and servicing brought to your doorstep. No need to transport your scooter—our engineers come to you. Stay safe and mobile this winter.

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A Guide to Wheelchair and Scooter Frame Materials

January 16, 2026 - by Simon Bidle

Most wheelchairs and scooters are made from a small group of well-established materials. Let's take a look at the different materials and why they are used.

a couple riding on their car boot mobility scooters on holiday

The Best Boot Scooters for UK Holidays

January 12, 2026 - by Will Harrison

As holiday season approaches you may be browsing potential destinations to head off to. These travel mobility scooters are specifically designed to be easy to transport making them perfect for holidays.

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CareCo Guide to Flying with a Mobility Scooter: Airports, Planes and Batteries

January 07, 2026 - by Will Harrison
A Guide To Flying Abroad With Your Travel Scooter Designed to give you back your freedom and independence, travel mobility scooters are the ideal way to get around if walking is a struggle, enabling you to travel further distances than you'd be able to do so otherwise. But what can you do if you want to travel abroad by plane? Is it safe to take your scooter with you? To answer these questions...
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Introducing the Award Winning Li-Tech Cybex Mobility Scooter

December 08, 2025 - by Will Harrison

The Cybex was designed with three core principles in mind: efficiency, portability and practicality, and for this it won an iF Award For Excellent Design.

man on pavement mobility scooter shopping at a market stall

Affordable Mobility Scooters for Pavement Use

August 22, 2025 - by Will Harrison

Having a dependable mobility scooter can make everyday outings feel simpler and safer, whether it’s popping to the shops or meeting friends.

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Best Folding Mobility Scooters for Travel

August 05, 2025 - by Simon Bidle

Whether you’re planning a city break, setting sail on a cruise, or just popping to visit loved ones, having the right mobility scooter makes all the difference. That’s why folding mobility scooters are such a reliable choice when you’re off on your travels. They offer a practical, reliable, and travel-friendly solution.

woman shopping at a street market on a mobility scooter

Best Mobility Scooters for City Living

August 01, 2025 - by Simon Bidle

Urban life doesn’t have to be a hassle. Whether you're after something ultra-light and portable, or you need something that favours long-range travel, there’s always a scooter out there designed to make your day-to-day journeys easier, safer and more enjoyable.

a man and a woman chatting while driving mobility scooters along the sea front

What is a Travel Scooter?

July 02, 2025 - by Will Harrison

These scooters are specifically designed to be portable, making it simpler for you to take them with you wherever you go. But what exactly makes a travel scooter "travel-friendly"?

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Meet CareCo's New Powerchair Range

June 09, 2025 - by Steffi Pullely

This year we've launched four exciting new designs, each a folding powerchair that is easy to handle and equally easy to store away. Let’s take a look at some of the choices we offer that bring comfort, convenience, and confidence to your everyday mobility

Woman riding a mobility scooter in sunny park

Enjoy Spring with your Mobility Scooter

March 19, 2025 - by Jon Wade

What better way to celebrate springtime than to get outside to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine? We have some great new mobility scooters this year that are prefect for shopping, sightseeing and exploring nature, so if you're looking for a new scooter for Spring, read on.

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UK Mobility Scooter Rules: Road & Pavement Guide

March 06, 2025 - by Jon Wade
One of the most common questions customers ask us is, where can they legally drive their mobility scooter? There is so much misunderstanding on this topic that mobility scooter owners are often just as concerned that they are breaking rules as able bodied members of the public who are often quick to criticise and complain. So today we'll put everybody straight and answer the most common questio...
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Best British Mobility Scooters for Spring 2025

March 05, 2025 - by Jon Wade

Spring is here and as the days grow longer and warmer, now is the time to start your search for a new mobility scooter. We have some excellent new models this year to tell you about and several are just perfect for some springtime adventures.

man riding an all-terrain mobility scooter in the woods

All-Terrain Mobility Scooters for Outdoor Adventures

February 17, 2025 - by Jon Wade

Reduced mobility no longer means you have to lose access to the great outdoors. Here we run through some all-terrain mobility scooters that you can take to parks and managed trails.

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Mobility Scooters vs Powerchairs - Which Is Best For You?

January 17, 2025 - by Will Harrison

When looking to buy a mobility aid it's incredibly important that you assess all of the options available to you. Although you may be set on purchasing a certain type of aid you may discover that something different suits your wants and needs better. 

Winter mobility scooter

Getting out on Your Mobility Scooter over Winter

October 10, 2024 - by Will Harrison
You might be tempted to lock your mobility scooter away over the winter months, thinking that the inclement weather will cause more trouble than it's worth. If you do decide to forget about your scooter until the weather improves, try to store it indoors if you have the space. Also be sure to fully charge the batteries before detaching them from your mobility scooter and storing them indoors so...
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Picking the Right Ramp for Your Mobility Scooter

September 25, 2024 - by Will Harrison
Encountering an inaccessible area while using a mobility scooter is incredibly frustrating, made even more so by how often it can happen. Fortunately, you can buy a number of different ramp types to help you make many inaccessible areas accessible.
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Introducing Our Lightest Folding Scooter: Micromus

July 02, 2024 - by Jon Wade

It is a genuine triumph of modern engineering. Let’s take a closer look at the Micromus and see how it stacks up alongside the other folding mobility scooters.

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Questions to Ask Before Buying A Mobility Scooter

May 09, 2024 - by Will Harrison

Use this guide to help identify what you need from your mobility scooter. An electric mobility scooter could be your ticket to personal freedom.