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Mobility Scooters – 3 easy ways to get yours into your car

Mobility Scooter Ramps for Cars, Steps and Doorways

A mobility scooter ramp can help you load a scooter into a car, cross a doorway threshold or overcome a step at home. The right option depends on the height and shape of the obstacle, the scooter’s weight and ground clearance, the available ramp length and whether the ramp needs to fold away for transport or storage. Compare the main options below, browse our full-width portable ramps or ask our team for free advice before choosing.

Choose a Mobility Scooter Ramp for Your Access Need

Vehicle-Loading Ramps for Mobility Scooters

For loading a mobility scooter into a car boot, estate car or SUV, start by measuring the vertical height from the ground to the point where the ramp will rest and checking the boot opening and available storage space. Full-width folding ramps provide a continuous surface and can suit scooters with low ground clearance. Explore the Aerolight Lifestyle and Aerolight Broadfold vehicle-loading options.

If your scooter has suitable ground clearance and its wheel layout is compatible, Ultralight channel ramps offer a compact alternative for storage in a vehicle. Check the scooter and ramp instructions before use, as channel ramps are not suitable for every scooter.

Portable Ramps for Steps and Temporary Access

Aerolight full-width portable ramps can be moved between locations and folded or stored when not required. They can be suitable for external steps, temporary access and travel, provided the selected ramp has the correct length, width and weight capacity for the scooter and obstacle.

Threshold Ramps for Doorways

For a low door sill or small change in level, a shorter threshold solution may be more appropriate than a vehicle-loading ramp. Browse Doorline threshold ramps for aluminium, rubber and adjustable options designed for different doorway profiles and heights.

How to Choose a Ramp for a Mobility Scooter

Before selecting a ramp, check:

  • The vertical rise from the ground or lower surface to the resting point;
  • The scooter’s total weight, including batteries and any accessories;
  • The scooter’s wheelbase, overall width and ground clearance;
  • The ramp’s usable width, weight capacity and recommended gradient;
  • The space available to deploy, carry and store the ramp; and
  • Whether the scooter will be unoccupied or occupied during use, following the scooter and ramp manufacturers’ instructions.

Use our ramp gradient calculator to relate the measured rise to a suitable ramp length. For a fuller checklist covering measurements, the user, the mobility aid and the environment, see the Access and Ramp Assessment Guide.

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Which Ramp Type Is Likely to Suit?

Feature Residential Standard (Vol. 1) Commercial & Public Standard (Vol. 2)
Minimum Clear Width 900 mm 1500 mm (allows space for turning or passing)
Maximum Gradient Preferred 1:20; max 1:12 for very short runs Strict sliding scale: 1:12 (max 2m length), 1:15 (max 5m length), 1:20 (max 10m length)
Level Landings Required at top and bottom (min 1200mm) Required at top, bottom, and every 10m maximum (min 1500mm x 1500mm)
Handrails Recommended if rise exceeds 300mm Mandatory on both sides if the total rise exceeds 300mm or length exceeds 2m
Edge Protection Side barriers or raised curbs required Mandatory upstand of at least 100mm to prevent wheels from slipping off

Loading a Mobility Scooter into a Car

Measure the car boot sill height at the point where the ramp will rest, then check the scooter manufacturer’s stated climbing capability and the instructions for the ramp being considered. A longer ramp creates a gentler incline, but it also needs more clear space behind the vehicle. Confirm that the ramp can be positioned securely and that it will fit inside the vehicle after use.

Do not assume that a ramp suitable for loading an unoccupied scooter is suitable for an occupied scooter. If the user needs to remain on the scooter, contact our team so the full weight, gradient, loading method and product instructions can be reviewed before a recommendation is made.

Need Help Choosing a Mobility Scooter Ramp?

Send us the obstacle height, available ramp length, scooter make and model, scooter weight and a clear photo of the access point. Our technical advice team can help you compare suitable portable, threshold and vehicle-loading options.

Call: +44 (0)20 8275 0375  |  Email: sales@enable-access.com

Technical advice line: 08:00–16:30, Monday to Friday, excluding Bank Holidays.

VAT Relief

Eligible disabled people and registered charities may be able to purchase qualifying mobility products without VAT. Eligibility can be declared at checkout or when ordering by phone or email. VAT relief depends on the customer and purchase meeting the applicable conditions.
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