Councillors try out Cheltenham streets in a wheelchair to experience the difficulties disabled people face first-hand
Disabled Cheltenham residents campaigning for more accessible streets challenged councillors to explore Cheltenham in a wheelchair, trying out some of the most difficult routes. Dave…
Seven life-changing assistive tech innovations recognised at annual awards
National charity Remap has celebrated seven assistive technology solutions at its 2019 awards event, highlighting bespoke solutions that have transformed the lives of disabled people.…
WAV specialist launches wheelchair tie-down system to address users’ experiences with uncomfortable seatbelts
In response to users’ comments about the discomfort they encounter with seatbelts, Lewis Reed has developed the Sure-Fit 200 wheelchair tie-down and occupant restraint system.…
New travel experiment reveals dire London commutes for wheelchair users
A new experiment has revealed that London wheelchair users’ commutes take a shocking 49 percent longer than an able-bodied person’s on average. The ‘Going the…
Lewis Reed helps man educate young people on the dangers of drink driving after being left paralysed
After being involved in a serious car accident six years ago, 28-year-old Greg Sumner was left paralysed from the next down. However, he is now…
New transfer-to-drive family car conversion to provide total vehicle independence for wheelchair users
Wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) specialist Lewis Reed has created a new, unique transfer-to-drive vehicle – the SEAT Alhambra – to give total independence to wheelchair…
New accessible vehicle launched with extra headroom space to accommodate for taller wheelchair users
Wheelchair accessible vehicle company Lewis Reed has announced the launch of its new Mercedes V-Class Grande, incorporating more internal headroom height for taller wheelchair users.…
89 percent of wheelchair users globally experience pain or discomfort, new study reveals
New research by the Toyota Mobility Foundation has unveiled insightful findings into some of the issues and experiences faced by wheelchair users, including almost 90…
Lewis Reed to show off wheelchair accessible VW Caddys at Mobility Roadshow
Following extensive research and development, Lewis Reed is now the only wheelchair accessible vehicle company in the UK to be able to offer its customers…