If you have mobility problems and you need a car to get around, you may be able to get help with costs, driving lessons, adaptations to a car and parking.

Discounted Road Tax

You might be able to pay less for your road tax. To find out more visit Find out if you're able to pay less road tax.

Parking Permit (Blue Badge)

A Blue Badge lets disabled people park closer to where they need to go. You can park for free and stay longer in places with time limits. To find out more visit Blue Badge Scheme.

Accessible Car

You could apply for an accessible car. An accessible car is a vehicle that has been specially changed or designed to make it easier for people with disabilities to use. These cars may have features like a ramp for a wheelchair, hand controls to drive without using feet, or extra space for medical equipment. You can use your higher rate mobility allowance to get a car through the Motability scheme. To find out more visit Motability scheme.

Help with Learning to Drive

If you get a higher rate mobility allowance, you can start learning to drive from age 16. The Motability scheme may help with the cost of up to 40 hours of driving lessons. To find out more visit: Provisional licences and learner drivers Motability Scheme.

Special Car Seat for Your Child

The Regional Driving Assessment Centre (RDAC) can help you find the right car seat for your child. They work with your child’s therapist to make sure the seat is safe and comfortable. To find out more visit Regional Driving Assessment Centre (RDAC).

React

The charity React may provide funds for specialist car seats for children with serious health conditions from low-income families in the UK. Parents can apply online for this support. Apply online.