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Getting a wheelchair into a car (view report contents)

Buying guide

All of these carriers have the advantage of saving space in your car. They are comparatively cheap.

The cheapest of all was the Chairack (£95). It was easy to fit and easy and quick to use. You don’t have to lift the wheelchair so it can be used unaided by some people.
The Car-Go has the advantage of having a ramp and the size of its platform (1500x680) means it can take a largish wheelchair unfolded. It is sold as a kit so you need to find a fitter.

The Sto-Eazy traveller (from £950) is the most expensive of the racks and containers. Plus points are that the wheelchair is carried in the dry, without the need for an extra cover. You can lock the container. It has a built in ramp and the container lowers and move towards the side of the car under power. The larger model takes wheelchairs up to 38cm (15”) wide when folded.

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Introduction
Which type?
Wheelchair hoists

Wheelchair hoist summaries

Rooftop Hoists

Rooftop hoist summaries


Other ways of carrying a wheelchair
Racks and containers
Buying guide

Specialist trailers

Ramps
Finance
Helpful organisations
Mobility Centres
Suppliers