A Guide to Electric Mobility Scooters
- by Kent Pinkerton
Advancements in mobile and battery technology have made it possible for many physically impaired individuals to
replace wheelchairs with electric mobility scooters.
Mobility scooters provide greater range of movement than manual or motorized wheelchairs, by allowing the
operator to make tighter turns and move over a variety of surfaces with less effort. The batteries hold larger
charges for longer periods of time, allowing an individual to leave home with little concern.
The tight turns that scooters can perform, allow the operator to get closer to restaurant tables and through
tight aisles in public places. The vehicles are often lightweight, and break down into two pieces for a companion
to load the scooter into the trunk of a car.
Mobility scooters are sometimes referred to as power chairs. The power chairs may operate with a joystick-style
controller, while most mobility scooters have operating buttons on the handle bar. Regardless of the name given to
the vehicle they operate on electric motors with rechargeable electric
batteries.
Although mobility scooters can be quite expensive, many insurance companies will pay for the vehicle, since it
is considered a medical device. Mobility scooters allow for individuals with hidden health problems such as heart
and lung trouble, to participate in events and care for themselves with less aid from other individuals.
Retailers that specialize in mobility scooters provide a service to help with submitting the insurance
paperwork. Retailers also offer scooter accessories such as baskets to aid
in the operator’s ability to shop or carry other items. Retail shops carry replacement parts and are a local
provider of repair service.
Motorized scooters are considered low-power motor vehicles by many municipalities and are subject to state and
local regulations. Some scooters meet Department of Transportation regulations for operation on streets and
roadways while others are prohibited from being on the streets. Any time a motorized vehicle is introduced into
traffic areas, appropriate cautionary measures must be taken and proper safety gear must be worn.
Scooters Info provides detailed information about scooters, including
motor, electric, gas, mobility, push, and wholesale scooters, as well as scooter stores, parts, and accessories.
Scooters Info is the sister site of Electric Wheel Chairs
Web.
About the Author:
Kent Pinkerton, Kent@net-scooters.com - Learn more about scooters
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