SUVs

KIA SPORTAGE ESTATE  1.6 GDI ISG 1 5DR 01

FOR ON AND OFF ROAD NEEDS, THE SUVS ARE THE KINGS OF THE ROAD

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THE CAR The Kia Sportage is a popular family SUV, and for good reason. It’s a reliable car, with a nice sharp drive and on top of everything, it’s a pleasant car to look at. As a brand, Kia rate highly in terms of their reliability, offering a sevenyear warranty, so owners can expect a mostly trouble-free experience. THE DRIVE Sportage owners can expect a sharp drive with predictable steering. The car features a sporty suspension set-up, which provides quite a firm driving experience, although it’s still a pleasantly smooth drive around towns and along motorways. You’ll find it grips the roads tightly and moves through corners well, making for a satisfying drive. COMFORT AND SAFETY With a five-star Euro NCAP rating, the Sportage is an incredibly safe ride. There’s great visibility from the highly-positioned driver’s seat, and all versions of the Sportage get a rear-view camera as standard to help ensure safe parking as well as safe driving. Speed and lane assistance can also be fitted as optional extras. Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 42.2 Brake Horsepower: 130 CO2 Emissions (g/km): 152 Boot Capacity (litres): 491 SPECIFICATIONS

VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN  2.0 TDI 150 MATCH 5DR 02

THE CAR The Volkswagen name is synonymous with quality, and quality is what you will receive from the Tiguan - in abundance. This newer edition of the car

boasts more space and improved efficiency than its predecessor, and it comes highly rated from What Car? Seating flexibility is also a big draw if you need extra space for wheelchairs or equipment. THE DRIVE Opting for the diesel engine nets you a few obvious performance extras, with this model suiting both cruising on motorways and driving through town. The Tiguan pulls away well from low revs, and offers a firm-butforgiving suspension which will absorb all but the biggest bumps. It’s a good drive, offering precise steering and plenty of grip. COMFORT AND SAFETY Alongside the Euro NCAP five-star review, it also received top scores from security experts Thatcham Research for resisting breakins and theft. The Match trim offers automatic emergency braking as standard, as well as cruise control, and front and rear parking sensors. It’s a comfortable ride too, with lots of seat to get comfy on. Fuel Type: Diesel Average MPG: 57 Brake Horsepower: 148 CO2 Emissions (g/km): 131 Boot Capacity (litres): 615 SPECIFICATIONS

BMW X2 HATCHBACK  18I SE 5DR 03

THE CAR The BMW X2 aims to give you the soul of a sporty coupé in the shell of a family SUV. The X2 delivers bags of space, comfort, and good drive quality along with the drive quality of a much sportier number. Alongside the practicality of the car, you get the calibre of infotainment and interior design that’s to be expected of the BMW name. THE DRIVE This version of the X2 is a surprisingly powerful petrol engine, and a six-speed manual gearbox. It’s sharp to respond, and while it doesn’t pull as hard as the diesel, it still pulls well. The car is comfortable at speed, making it a great choice for frequent motorway drivers. The petrol engine also has a sportier sound than its diesel alternative. COMFORT AND SAFETY Comfort takes precedent in the X2, and regardless of your height, you’ll be able to find a comfortable driving position in the driver’s seat. The interior has the little touches that make it feel highquality, as you’d expect from a BMW. It has a five-star rating from Euro NCAP, and comes with rear parking sensors as standard. Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 50.4 Brake Horsepower: 138 CO2 Emissions (g/km): 125 Boot Capacity (litres): 470 SPECIFICATIONS

DACIA DUSTER ESTATE  1.0 TCE 100 ACCESS 04

THE CAR Dacia might not be a wellknown name in the car industry, but the Romanian manufacturer has been a subsidiary of Renault since 1999. The Duster is a hard

worker with a lot of choice, and is designed to run for miles on low-quality roads and paths, making it great for people who also want to take up country paths. THE DRIVE Ideal for smooth motorway driving, the Duster is a nippy ride, and it’s surprisingly good at dealing with the little jostles you’ll experience driving around town, thanks to its high-profile tyres. The petrol engines are the quietest of the family, and handles predictably, so you’ll always know where you’re putting the car. COMFORT AND SAFETY The car offers good visibility, better than some of its competitors. It has a threestar Euro NCAP safety rating, but still has a solid array of airbags and crash protection for both driver and passengers alike. Unfortunately, there aren’t a whole lot of safety add-ons, with blindspot monitoring being the only real option available. Fuel Type: Petrol Average MPG: 52.30 Brake Horsepower: 99 CO2 Emissions (g/km): 120 Boot Capacity (litres): N/A SPECIFICATIONS

Adapted vehicles you can rent UK DELIVERY & COLLECTION SERVICE

About us Mobility Vehicle Hire Ltd is a daily rental company specifi cally servicing the specialist requirements of disabled drivers and passengers throughout the United Kingdom and are established suppliers of specifi cally adapted vehicles to cater for the needs of disabled drivers and passengers. Vehicles can be hired on a daily, weekly or monthly basis, and they also provide a door-to-door delivery and collection service. The company has a large portfolio of wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) and adapted cars which are sure to exceed your expectations. (WAVs) and adapted cars which are sure to exceed your expectations.

New Showroom

The accessible vehicle specialists saw the opening of their bespoke new premises in Birmingham, located close to junction 7 of the M6, opened by Simon Weston CBE, who was voted one of the Nation’s Favourite Heroes and honoured as one of the top 100 Welsh Heroes, stemming from his charitable work. The new premises are wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking, and features a stunning new demonstration room for customers to view and try any of the vehicles Mobility Vehicle Hire has in the showroom. Simon was joined by the Mayor of Walsall, Marco Longhi, and Graham Footer, chief executive of Disabled Motoring UK. Vehicles on offer sport many adaptations, including infra-red controls, left foot accelerator, boot mounted scooter hoists, push pull hand controls, drive from and ride upfront vehicles, extended pedals and much more. In addition, Mobility Vehicle Hire can provide all sizes of WAVs, with either a rear ramp or an electric tail lift on larger vehicles. All Mobility Vehicle Hire rental vehicles are provided with a full 24-hour breakdown assistance service in the UK. The company will endeavour to beat any other quote you may receive and provide a high level of service throughout your hire.

Try Before You Buy Try Before You Buy

Mobility Vehicle Hire also provides PIP transition support: if you have been unsuccessful with your transition from DLA to PIP, the company can offer you a vehicle of your choice, included in a bespoke package tailored for your requirements. They can supply you with a short-term rental whilst you may want to go through your appeal process or alternatively, a long-term solution with a vehicle of your choice. The company also offers a Try Before You Buy scheme, which allows customers to hire a vehicle for three days, and, if it meets their needs, take out a long-term lease on it. The customer’s three-day lease will then be refunded from the on-going cost, providing a no obligation opportunity to ensure the vehicle is right for the customer.

Call 0845 293 2799 or email customersupport@specialistvehiclerental.co.uk to arrange a visit. Visit Mobility Vehicle Hire’s brand new premises at Kudhail House, 238 Birmingham Road, Great Barr, Birmingham B43 7AH

Brotherwood

hen the Collins family were looking for a high quality, safe and discrete wheelchair accessible vehicle for their son Mark, they were drawn to the Brotherwood Klastar - a unique lowered floor WAV conversion for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Mark has an acquired brain injury which was the result of a motorbike accident that happened 21 years ago. As a result of this Mark has a wide variety of needs which their vehicle needs to accommodate and they were keen to secure a vehicle that was as close a modern-style car as possible, without compromising on quality or safety. The Klastar conversion, with its central wheelchair location, enables W Wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) specialists Brotherwood help the Collins family find the WAV that is right for them The Right Fit

Mark to travel in comfort, with a good view out of the windows. The remote-controlled ramp takes the effort out of loading, whilst the PAWRS (combined winch and restraint system) and STORQ selftensioning restraint system were features that particularity appealed as the safest and most suitable system for Mark’s needs. The Klastar is used and relied on daily, and enables the Collins family to carry out everyday tasks including shopping, going for meals and many other family activities. Mrs Collins added: “This is our second vehicle from Brotherwood, we have experienced many other companies that provide a similar service however, the standard of service, quality of product and overall experience from Brotherwood was outstanding compared to the other companies. After discovering Brotherwood we would not get our vehicles from anyone else and we will be continuing to use them in the future. “We are extremely happy with our vehicle and would recommend this vehicle to others because of the safety aspects and the luxurious spec that the vehicle provides.” To find out more about the wheelchair accessible vehicles that Brotherwood offer call 0808 149 2344 or visit brotherwood.com.

CONVERTING With Intelligence, Empathy and Care VEHICLES

BC Conversions is one of the UK’s leading conversion companies specialising in the conversion and supply of wheelchair accessible vehicles, vehicle adaptations and taxi and bus conversions. Employing over 85 people many with specialist skills, with locations in Birkenhead and Dungannon, the company has assisted customers with high quality and affordable wheelchair accessible vehicles since its inception in 2006. T

With Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Convertor status, TBC convert high-quality vehicles for customers throughout the UK and Ireland.

The VW Caddy Maxi Life has six seat capacity, driver plus wheelchair user and four passengers. Fitted as standard is the TBC Mobility Conversions award-winning rear door seal, which we believe is the quietest on the market, reducing noise and heat loss, a feature unique to TBC Conversions.

The VW T6.1 range offers customers a high degree of flexibility, with various seating plan options available to suit specific wheelchair requirements. There are several available layout options that include, wheelchair accessible vehicle, internal transfer, drive from wheelchair and upfront passenger, offering four different wheelchair positions. The T6.1 models include the Transporter, Shuttle and Caravelle.

All vehicles are now tested for a 200kg wheelchair and have full European Type Approval which is the confirmation that the conversion work undertaken will meet specified performance standards. From a consumer’s perspective it is all about safety. TBC Mobility Conversions believe that local people should have local service and have partnered with selected Volkswagen Commercial Van Centres throughout GB and Northern Ireland. This means you are never far from help if you have an issue with your VW vehicle or require a courtesy vehicle.

TBC work closely with a wide range of manufacturers including Volkswagen, Mercedes, Ford, Citroen and Vauxhall and offer wheelchair accessible vehicle conversions to meet your individual requirements. The TBC Taxi and Bus Conversions division also supply bespoke accessible minibuses offering vehicles for up to 16 passenger seats plus driver and up to six wheelchairs.

To find out more about our range of conversions or to book your no obligation free home demonstration call us free on 0800 999 5090 or visit tbcconversions.com/mobility.

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ALLIED MOBILITY

At Allied Mobility, you’re our number one priority. We know car mishaps can happen and we also know how inconvenient it can be organising a repair for your wheelchair accessible vehicle.

hat’s why we’ve teamed up with our sister brand, Allied Autocare, and invested in 30 specialised mobile support vans that can come to your home to provide vehicle assistance when you need it most. We want to save you the worry of getting to and from a garage or arranging alternative transport while your car’s getting some TLC. T

HOW WE HELP Are you having problems with a squeaky wheelchair ramp? Or is your electric winch tangled? Our helpful mobility advisors can diagnose your problem over the phone. They’ll then arrange to have a mobile technician visit you at home to get you back on the road.* WHAT ABOUT VEHICLE SERVICING? Whether it’s your own adapted car or a Motability lease vehicle, it’s important to keep your pride and joy up to date with the regular maintenance schedule recommended by its manufacturer. With Allied Autocare’s specialised support vans, you have the added benefit of receiving a roadside service**, right outside your own home. For most cars, a service is required either every year or two years and includes important safety inspections on things like brakes and tyres, changing vital lubricants and attending to a full list of checks designed to keep everything running smoothly and efficiently. HASSLE-FREE MOTORING With HomeStay™ vehicle servicing is hassle-free and saves you time and money. There’s no additional charge for this personalised service. If you own your own WAV, you still pay only standard maintenance rates, as you would at a regular motor dealer. For Motability Scheme customers, all costs will be automatically covered through your Motability lease contract. CALL US TODAY For more information on repairs or servicing, call our friendly advisors on 0800 587 9613. Find out more about Allied Mobility at alliedmobility.com.

*Accessible parts repairs available for all vehicles. **HomeStay™ vehicle servicing is currently available to Ford and Peugeot cars.