One of the many things that the challenges of 2020 have taught us is that the supermarket is firmly at the centre of British life. For many people, suddenly having to grapple with planning your entire day around doing the big shop, with a high chance of discomfort while you’re there, was a new and […]
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Despite the Equality Act placing a duty on shops to make reasonable adjustments to ensure their services are accessible, wheelchair users are still being denied access. Now, as lockdown restrictions are eased and businesses scramble to get back on track, it’s revealed that “retailers that have reopened could be excluding as many as one in […]
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At Cartwright Mobility, our love of Ford vehicles for wheelchair conversions is well documented – and they do indeed make up most of our range. But not all of our catalogue rolls off the Ford assembly line – so in this blog we want to shine our spotlight on another car manufacturer that makes fantastic […]
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Buying a car is always about trying to balance the needs of the whole family – the full passenger contingent, the daily commutes and leisure activities, and so much more. When it comes to choosing an accessible vehicle as a disabled driver, or for a passenger with a disability, making sure all these needs are […]
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The recent spike in activism and civil rights advocacy has opened the minds of many and encouraged many more to better educate themselves on the history, the lives and the experiences of others. While it’s encouraging to see people lending their voices to help advocate for civil rights, sometimes your voice can drown out the […]
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If you’ve ever struggled to find a proper wheelchair solution for your car – and they can be hard to find – then you might be surprised to learn just how many options you have once you find the right supplier. Something as simple as getting in and out of the car is an essential […]
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Coronavirus – or Covid-19 – has quickly become a global concern, disrupting businesses, families and the day-to-day life for millions of people.
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Following the introduction of further government restrictions to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the decision to temporarily close our Belton manufacturing site. We will take our lead from the government and re assess the situation in 3 weeks. This decision will support the wellbeing and safety of our families and customers, we hope […]
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Shopping for wheelchair-accessible vehicles should be as exciting as buying any other car, but with so many options and varying opinions on makes and models before you even get to the accessibility features, it can also feel a little overwhelming. Sieving through the endless reviews of family-sized vehicles can feel like a challenge in itself, so we thought we’d save you time and do a little digging.
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The Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee are working with relevant government bodies and organisations, to develop a set of guidelines, approved by the International Paralympic Committee, to help people with disabilities access the games and feel safe and included during the events.
Read MoreCartwright’s partnership with Stoneacre United in our love of rugby, Cartwright first partnered with Stoneacre Motor Group over three years ago, when together we helped Wes Trowell – a lifetime supporter of Hull FC – follow his team across the globe in a custom-built wheelchair accessible vehicle. Our combined efforts modified a high roof Ford […]
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While we all have our favourites, some of us are more married to our automobile manufacturer than others. Are you one of those who puts a great deal of store in their car’s badge, or is it all about the best deal? Car manufacturers have all sorts of tricks up their sleeves for keeping us […]
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