Car boot scooters are designed with convenience, flexibility and personal independence (as a daily mobility aid) in mind. Compact, and simple to dismantle and put back together; car boot scooters fit neatly in standard sized car boots and are useful for anyone wanting to travel freely without compromising comfort or stability. Feel free to also check out the variety of powerchairs we carry on our website.
Why Choose a Car Boot Scooter?
Car boot scooters are designed for short journeys, shopping, and days out with family. Unlike full sized road scooters, car boot scooters focus on being lightweight and portable as they usually dismantle into four or five parts. Car boot scooters are also an ideal choice for people who may not have the strength or space to store a larger scooter.
Mobility technology experts agree that “portability” is a common theme in maintaining independence as people age and have limited mobility. Dr. Sarah Thompson, a rehabilitation specialist explains “Lightweight, dismantlable scooters such as car boot scooters allow users to keep independence as users can travel a further distance without heavy reliance on public transport or assistance.”
What are the key features of Car Boot Scooters?
- Compact Size – Designed for compact storage, car boot scooters fit into the boot of most cars.
- Lightweight Frames – Many scooters have frames made from aluminum or reinforced plastic which are easy to lift.
- Easy to Assemble – All car boot scooters dismantle and reassemble with no tools for hassle free use.
- Battery Options – Long-lasting and airline friendly batteries are available for long trips.
- User Comfort – Car boot scooters may look small, but many offer padded seating and adjustable tillers.
Car boot scooters can also support users during the recovery of an injury, or during flare-ups of conditions such as arthritis due to the reduced exertion of walking long distance.
Who are Car Boot Scooters Suitable for?
Car boot scooters are a great mobility aide for:
- Older adults looking for easy to transport mobility aides.
- Those with limited strength who need a lighter solution
- Frequent travellers looking for a foldable or dismantlable scooter
- People living in flats or homes with limited storage space.
Occupational therapists love to recommend car boot scooters as an ideal “2nd scooter” for popping to local shops or travelling out of town. Extra scooters are an added benefit to complement larger home or road scooters.
Shop with Confidence for car boot scooters
At Welzo, we stock a selection of high quality, reliable and easy to use car boot scooters. Each scooter model has been selected with the customer in mind to meet the perfect balance between comfort, safety and portability. Whether this will be your very first mobility scooter purchase or you are looking for a readily portable scooter for travel or day trips, Welzo's range includes the right scooter to provide independent mobility. If you're looking for more convenient and foldable mobility aids, check out Welzo's vast selection of mobility scooters.
