Maximise family days out in your Wheelchair Accessible Car

There’s still a few weeks of summer left (its officially until 23rd September, although it may not feel like it right now!). So lets hope for an Indian Summer in September and enjoy the lighter nights until autumn arrives.

If you’re looking to buy a new Wheelchair Accessible Car for you and your family then you may be wondering which model will easily enable you to get out and enjoy some fun-filled times together. In our latest blog we take a look at the benefits of the new Dacia Jogger Wheelchair Accessible Car in more detail, (including the seating and storage options) and also explore a range of activities disability car users can enjoy with their families. Read on to find out more.

Meet the Dacia Jogger six-seater wheelchair accessible car

    

At Sirus we have extensive knowledge and experience when it comes to rear entry WAVs. The Dacia Rear Passenger is our 6 seater wheelchair accessible car, and we’re proud to offer it to our customers. It has won multiple awards including Auto Express Family Car of the Year, Motor Awards Value Car of the Year and the overall winner of AA Ireland.

Mr and Mrs Russell tell us about their experience in their new Dacia Jogger. “To be able to fit myself plus another five people in the car is fantastic. We will use all of the rear seats on the occasions we are taking our grandchildren on holiday. Some of the other cars we looked at only had one other rear seat. The car also has roof bars as standard so we can easily transport our luggage”. Read more in their Dacia Jogger blog.

Key benefits

• Our conversion offers a spacious and flexible interior that can accommodate driver, five passengers, and one wheelchair user in the rear.
• It has a rear manual tailgate and ramp which provides easy access for wheelchair users.
• The conversion has been designed so that the wheelchair user sits alongside the other rear passenger when two seats are folded down, a great feature to ensure inclusion for children.
• You can easily fold away one, two or three of the mid-row seats to maximise interior space for luggage and additional equipment.
• Daica Jogger Extreme featurs Media Display, featuring an 8-inch touchscreen and Media Nav with integrated navigation.
• Driver Assistance – if the vehicle in front slows down or stops, the driver is notified by a dual audio and visual warning. If response is slow or insufficient, braking assistance is automatically applied.

Summer activities for Wheelchair Accessible Car users

If you’re looking to get out and about in your Dacia Jogger, here are some great summer activities that you’ll have no problem enjoying thanks to all of the available space:

1. Picnic in the park: Many parks have designated accessible picnic areas where you can enjoy a meal outdoors. Look for those with paved pathways and accessible facilities, and you’ll be enjoying a sandwich with a view before you know it.
2. Visit a local botanical garden: Many gardens have paved pathways and ramps for easy wheelchair access.
3. Outdoor movies: Look for outdoor movie events that offer good accessibility seating options. Check this one out in Regents Park.
4. You can find many great suggestions from The Rough Guide to Accessible Britain.
5. Motability has also put together a fantastic blog with ideas for 10 great accessible summer days out across the UK. Pick up some more inspiration here.

Remember to always check the accessibility features of the venues or activities you’re interested in, and don’t hesitate to call ahead if you have any questions. With a bit of planning, you can have a fantastic and enjoyable September filled with lots of memorable family experiences.

If you’re looking for a Dacia wheelchair accessible vehicle or you prefer to travel upfront in a  5 seater wheelchair accessible vehicle, please get in touch. If you would like any further information about booking a free home demonstration of our mobility vehicles, please call our sales office on 0121 505 7777 or email sales@sirusautomotive.co.uk.