Scooter Classes

Class 1

Manual wheelchairs, i.e. self-propelled or attendant propelled, not electrically propelled.

Class 2

Mobility Scooters and Powerchairs, these vehicles are limited to 4 mph and can only be driven on the footpath or in pedestrian areas, except when crossing roads.

Class 3

Class 3 Mobility Scooters vehicles have a top speed of 6/8 mph, and are designed with additional features, so that they can be driven safely on the road.

front and rear lights and reflectors

indicators

an audible horn

a rear view mirror

When driving a Class 3 vehicle on a footpath, speed has to be restricted to 4 mph. Scooters/powerchairs should not be used in bus lanes or cycle paths. For safety reasons Regent Mobility does not recommend use of equipment on dual carriageways. The BHTA has published a leaflet entitled "Highway Code For Electric Scooter and Wheelchair Users" which you may find useful.