Motoring with multiple sclerosis (view report contents)
Further information
Advice from drivers with MS:
- Try out a car and any adaptations on one of your worst days, not when you’re feeling well
- Be prepared to compromise but don’t omit your ‘must have’ features
- Get advice from an independent Mobility Centre
Blue badge SCheme
Allows disabled people to park in restricted areas, but do read and follow the conditions of use carefully. Details from the Department for Transport Mobility and Inclusion Unit: 020 7944 2914 or see the DirectGov website www.direct.gov.uk and see under Disabled People: Motoring and Transport.
Hiring a car
There are a few adapted cars for hire. Contact one of the Mobility Centres for firms that supply them.
Service call
For £9.95 (inc p&p) you can buy an infrared ServiceCall Transmitter
to call for service at thousands of participating outlets, such as garages,
banks and shops. More information from www.service-call.net
or call 0800 458 3008.
EASIFUEL
A small plastic gadget that holds open the trigger on petrol pumps - useful if you have limited dexterity (£2.99; call 020 8302 8858 to try before you buy).
Report Contents
About
this guide
Driving
with MS
Choosing
a car
Plan
of action
Products
and techniques
Finance
Further
information
Helpful
organisations
