Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Guides
At Fish Insurance, we’ve put together plenty of helpful guides for our customers and the public. Covering disability equipment, lifestyle tips, and more. Check out some articles and downloads below to help WAV users and drivers with disabilities make the most of their freedom on four wheels.
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5 Great Second-Hand Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs) With MotaClarity
This guide to Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs) is brought to you by the disability motoring specialists MotaClarity, in partnership… Read More
Blue Badge Rules in the UK
If you’re a Blue Badge holder or considering obtaining one, this guide will clarify the essential aspects of Blue Badge… Read More
Spring Maintenance Checklist for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs): Ensuring Safety and Reliability
Wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) offer freedom and mobility to individuals with disabilities. Just like any other vehicle, proper maintenance is… Read More
Accessible Easter Holiday Escapes: Wheelchair-Friendly UK Attractions in 2024
Are you gearing up for an unforgettable Easter trip in 2024? Look no further! Explore the beauty of the United… Read More
You can now get a quote and buy car insurance online with Fish.
Whether you own a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) or an adapted vehicle, are a disabled driver/passenger, or a Blue Badge… Read More
Embrace Freedom and Independence with Paddock Automotive: The Trusted Partner for Wheelchair Adapted Vehicles
For individuals with disabilities and their caregivers, the importance of mobility cannot be overstated. The ability to move freely, whether… Read More
Finding the Right Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV): A Customer’s Journey.
We recently teamed up with our partners at Southern Mobility Vehicles to bring you this useful guide on purchasing… Read More
Accessible Autumn – UK Attractions for Everyone
As autumn paints the world in hues of gold and crimson, the UK comes alive with a special kind of… Read More
Dealer Spotlight: Route 57, Warrington.
Fish Insurance is excited to introduce you to Route 57 of Warrington, a specialised dealership with a team that’s dedicated… Read More
Are Blue Badge Holders Exempt from Clean Air Zones, Low Emission Zones, and ULEZ?
Amidst all the increasing concerns about climate change, the UK is increasingly bringing in new strategies to tackle the big… Read More
Tips for travelling in a wheelchair-accessible vehicle
Wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) play a crucial role in providing independence and mobility to individuals with disabilities. These specially designed… Read More
Disability Friendly Festivals in the UK
Going to a festival is an incredible experience for anyone, embracing the beauty of music and coming together with people… Read More
Drive a WAV? Are you sufficiently covered?
Requesting insurance cover for a wheelchair-adapted vehicle can sometimes be a minefield. At Fish, we aim to make our policies… Read More
The UK’s only new Wheelchair Accessible Car is here!
We have some very exciting motoring news from our WAV partner, Sirus Automotive. Supported by Dacia, they have released the… Read More
WAV servicing and annual check guide
We have put together this handy guide to WAV servicing and annual checks, so you have all the information you… Read More
Winter motoring checklist – five top tips for winter driving
Our guide explains how to adjust to the changing conditions and stay safe in your vehicle this winter. Read More
Regulations and Standards for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs)
Whether WAVs are bought pre-converted or converted by a professional company, there are a wide variety of different ways vehicles… Read More
Top tips on how to get your car autumn ready
With summer coming to a close, you’re probably getting yourself ready for autumn and the changing weather. Unfortunately, it’s easy… Read More
Top tips for taking a road trip in an accessible vehicle
These useful tips will help you to make the most of your road trips, whether they are long or not… Read More
Sirus & Fish have got you covered…
Here at Fish Insurance, we have partnered up with Sirus Automotive as they launch their brand-new scheme, giving customers the… Read More
6 tips for finding & buying a second-hand wheelchair-accessible vehicle
Picking a second-hand WAV in good condition takes a keen and informed approach. Here is an overview of six factors… Read More
A guide to driving with a disability
If your mobility has been limited due to a disability, getting behind the wheel can be more stressful than enjoyable. Read More
Blue Badges: Myths and Facts
Here at Fish Insurance we’ve dispelled the myths and given you the facts about who can use the badge, which… Read More
How do disabled blue badges vary with different councils?
A Blue Badge doesn’t work the same in every local authority area, and there are some places where it cannot… Read More
Changes to the highway code in 2022
We go through the significant modifications that have been made to the Highway Code since it was last revised, as… Read More
Benefits of purchasing a WAV From a dealer
When you’re in the market for a wheelchair-accessible vehicle, it’s important to weigh all of your options carefully. Our blog,… Read More
The benefits of specialist mobility car insurance
When you take out insurance cover on a WAV or modified vehicle, you want to make sure that your specific… Read More
Top 10 budget Motability cars
As we enter 2022, it is vital that many of us take advantage of the Motability scheme. This flexible programme… Read More
A quick guide to restarting your car battery
What are the circumstances that tend to precede a battery going flat, and how can a battery be restarted if… Read More
Directory of Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Retailers
If you’re looking for a new or used wheelchair accessible vehicle, then why not find a local seller using our… Read More
Blue Badge Scheme: Everything you need to know
The Blue Badge scheme enables people with certain physical and hidden disabilities to park in more convenient places… Read More
Getting back on the road: A safety guide for wheelchair accessible vehicles
Lockdown has affected everyone in lots of different ways and the impact of shielding on wheelchair users has been tougher… Read More
Motability Scheme Changes: What you need to know
Over 600,000 people around the UK currently benefit from the independence and options that come with the Motability Scheme.Those living… Read More
A guide on how to fill out a disabled blue badge application
There is a very particular set of requirements that result in an individual being awarded a Blue Badge, and it… Read More
The future is electric: Everything you need to know about switching away from petrol
The future date is now etched in our minds since the UK government told us that the sale of petrol… Read More
Can I apply for a blue badge?
The Blue Badge scheme exists to help people with mobility issues and disabilities. People who are eligible for the Blue… Read More
A guide to getting a blue badge if you have a hidden disability
The Blue Badge scheme is designed to allow parking concessions for those with disabilities. For almost 20 years, the program… Read More
Do I still need car insurance during lockdown?
There have been many rumours going around during the pandemic about insurance companies refusing to pay when customers are making… Read More
Accessories for your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV)
There are a whole host of different accessories and options on the market to enhance your vehicle. Read More
Are Highways England’s recently announced disability inclusive measures enough?
Recently Highways England announced proposed improvements to the way in which it makes the A-roads and motorways of England accessible… Read More
Should the government ban parking on pavements?
Is banning parking on pavements a good idea, and even if it is introduced, how easy will it be to… Read More
Government funded disability transport – Everything you need to know
If you are disabled, or care for someone who is disabled, there are various government travel support schemes available. These… Read More
Electric Cars and Green Number Plates
Green number plates are set to be introduced in the UK in autumn 2020. The government announced the move in… Read More
A guide for driving with prosthetics
With a bit of preparation and a few small changes, you can drive as before with your new limb, and… Read More
Types of Disability Vehicle Adaptations
Disabled drivers now have access to a wide range of modifications, available from most vehicle manufacturers, to make their vehicles… Read More
Tips and advice for applying for a blue badge
If you have a disability, medical condition, or other issue that affects your mobility, you may be entitled to a… Read More
Finding a specialist driving instructor if you’re disabled
We’ve outlined some of the best resources for finding a specialist driving instructor, as well as some tips for starting… Read More
Accessories for Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV)
Here are just a few of the options out there that might make all the difference when it comes to… Read More
Our Favourite Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs)
Here are a selection of our favourite Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles – from compact to larger models – which offer a… Read More
Protecting Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV)
We’ve compiled a list of tips and considerations that will help you maintain the quality and efficiency of your WAV,… Read More
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