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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

These learnings will also help inform how similar approaches could be developed safely across the UK. You can find out more here: t.co/CbRtq0JxVQ

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https://news.mo.co.uk/news/new-project-explores-how-electric-vehicles-could-help-disabled-people-stay-connected-during-power-outages

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

For many Motability Scheme customers, a power cut isn’t just inconvenient, it interrupts essential care and independence. With @ofgem.gov.uk, we’re exploring how EVs could provide temporary backup power for households, keeping essential equipment running during power cuts.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Without her Motability Scheme vehicle, Imali's business wouldn't be where it is today. We’re here to keep the Scheme strong for the future while helping people access work, training and independence.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

We're helping those who can make the switch now and working with our partners to address the barriers for those who can't. To find out more about our work in the shift to electric, read our EV Transition Tracker here: www.mo.co.uk/our-impact/e...

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

As the UK transitions to electric, we're working to protect the freedom and independence that disabled people rely on through the Motability Scheme. www.carwow.co.uk/editorial/go...

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EV Charging Accessibility Challenges for Disabled Drivers

UK’s EV plans could unintentionally exclude disabled drivers. Explore the accessibility challenges as the nation shifts to electric cars.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

You can learn more about the EV transition and how it’s impacting Motability customers at the full report at our website: www.mo.co.uk/our-impact/e...

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The EV Transition | Motability Operations

Find out how Motability Operations is ensuring our customers are not left behind as the UK transitions to electric.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

As the UK’s EV transition accelerates, understanding what gives drivers confidence to switch has never been more important – especially for Motability Scheme customers. Here’s what our CEO Andrew Miller had to say about the findings in our latest EV transition tracker.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Read more about what customers are thinking in the full report: t.co/mhhNfI2ekH

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https://www.mo.co.uk/our-impact/ev-transition-tracker

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Our customers deserve the freedom and independence to travel across the UK. As the EV transition approaches – it’s critical that disabled drivers are included in the process 🚙 Here’s what our EV Transition Tracker found customers value most when it comes to switching to an EV:

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

When affordable chargers aren't available, drivers pay for expensive rapid charging. For disabled drivers who depend on their cars for freedom and independence, this hits hardest. Our UK EV Charging heat map has the latest about where UK drivers are paying the least (and the most) for charging.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Read the full report now at our website: www.mo.co.uk/our-impact/e...

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

As the UK looks to phase out the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles by 2030 it’s never been more important to understand what will help drivers feel confident about switching to an EV. The January 2026 Motability Scheme EV Transition Tracker has everything you need to know.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

To find out more about the barriers facing the transition to electric for people with disabilities and how the UK can overcome them, read our EV Transition Tracker: www.mo.co.uk/our-impact/e...

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The EV Transition | Motability Operations

Find out how Motability Operations is ensuring our customers are not left behind as the UK transitions to electric.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

The standard enables companies to add accessibility details - like space, kerb heights and reach - into charging apps and route planners, helping disabled drivers choose chargers with confidence.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Our EV Transition Tracker shows 37% of Motability Scheme customers wouldn’t use a public charger. That’s why we helped shape the OCPI Accessibility Extension with the Motability Foundation, EV Roaming Foundation, and partners across government and industry.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

What’s holding drivers back from making the switch to EVs ahead of the 2030 ban on petrol and diesel cars? Is it cost? Chargepoint availability, or accessibility? The Motability Scheme’s latest EV Transition Tracker has the answer to these questions and more!

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

For our disabled customers, concerns about driving in the winter aren’t just an inconvenience, they’re a barrier to independence. That’s why we want better support and infrastructure to tackle winter anxiety head-on. Read the full findings: news.mo.co.uk/news/freezin...

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Freezing weather is giving drivers cold feet on electric vehicles, new research finds

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Our new research shows winter is giving drivers cold feet on EVs: 📉 29% of drivers think range drops significantly in the cold. 🔋 42% of disabled drivers worry about winter performance.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

"The Scheme has meant that I can be independent." We're focused on supporting our customers with access employment, education and everyday life.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

For customers like Louise, her Motability Scheme vehicle means the freedom to leave her house, stay connected to those around her and continue volunteering at her local hospital.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Vanessa’s Motability Scheme vehicle means she can stay connected to friends and family without asking for help. We’re protecting the Scheme for the future to ensure disabled people across the UK can enjoy the independence and freedom they deserve.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Up to 150,000 more British built cars every year 🚗🚙🚕 That's big news for the UK's auto industry- with our bold ambition to strength UK jobs, skills and boost British manufacturing.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

For nearly one in five of our working-age customers, a Motability Scheme vehicle is the key to work or study. As the Scheme evolves, we will continue offering vehicles that change lives and support the journeys that matter most for disabled people.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

We’re confirming the need for the Motability Scheme to evolve to adapt for the future. We will continue to connect disabled people to freedom and independence while also boosting economic growth across the UK. Read more about the changes: news.mo.co.uk/news/scheme-...

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The Motability Scheme evolves for the future while staying firmly committed to supporting disabled people

⁠Motability Scheme confirms the need for change today in response to the Budget, continuing its core purpose of delivering vital mobility solutions for disabled people across the UK, and maintaining s...

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

We've set a bold ambition that 50% of our vehicles will be British built from 2035 🚗🔧 That's 150,000 cars a year - boosting UK jobs, skills and supply chains, and backing the Government's industrial strategy. Discover more: news.mo.co.uk/news/motabil...

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

"The Scheme has meant that I can be independent" After 30+ years on the #MotabilityScheme, Alex’s wheelchair accessible vehicle gives her what matters most- independence.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Whether it’s meeting clients, visiting offices or heading to events, for Imali, her #MotabilityScheme car is the key to her business and staying connected to those around her. "My car is literally my independence. Without it, I'd be completely stuck."

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

After retiring from the Air Force, John found freedom again through the #MotabilityScheme. His car means independence, not dependency. "It's about me being able to use the car that I've chosen to get myself where I want to go, when I want to go."

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Today we remember and honour all who have served - and continue to serve - in the Armed Forces. We’re proud to support many veterans and serving members of the forces through the Motability Scheme, helping them access the freedom and independence they deserve. We will remember them.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

"It's just really important that I can do all of these things on my own and independently." For 25 years, Vanessa has been a #MotabilityScheme customer. Her adapted vehicle gives her freedom, safety and connection- every day.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Almost a fifth (17%) of Motability Scheme customers say they’ll never move to an EV. But our EV Transition Tracker shows experience can change this.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

We’re addressing these challenges through tools like our Motability Go Charge app, real-world insight from thousands of customer charging reviews, and partnerships with manufacturers to support more inclusive vehicle design. 🚗

Seven panellists, including Lisa Thomas from Motability Operations, sit on stage at the BVRLA Fleets in Charge Conference. A large screen behind them displays the session title “Digging Deep: Engaging hard-to-reach users,” with names and photos of each speaker. The stage is lit green and blue, with conference branding projected on the wall.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Lisa shared new stats from our EV Transition Tracker which shows just 17% of Scheme customers approaching renewal are considering an EV. The data also identifies a large group of ‘tentative transitioners’, people who remain undecided and open to persuasion when making the switch to EVs. 🔌

Lisa Thomas, Chief Marketing Officer at Motability Operations, speaks into a microphone during a panel discussion at the BVRLA Fleets in Charge Conference. She is seated between two fellow panellists, with a green-lit stage backdrop behind them.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

At today’s @BVRLA Fleets in Charge Conference, our CMO Lisa Thomas joined a panel to highlight the barriers disabled people face in the EV transition. ⚡

A six-person panel discussion takes place on stage at the BVRLA Fleets in Charge Conference. A large screen behind them displays the session title “Digging Deep: Engaging hard-to-reach users” and includes photos and names of the panellists, including Lisa Thomas, Chief Marketing Officer at Motability Operations. Attendees sit at round tables in the foreground.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

For many disabled people, mobility isn’t just about getting from A to B, it’s about living life on their own terms. The Motability Scheme helps make that possible. We asked customers to describe what the Scheme means to them in three words. Here’s what they said. 🎥 #Disability #Motability

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

New data shows 45% of UK drivers won’t switch to electric until there's no other option but improved public charging could change that. Today we launched our EV Transition Tracker, a report highlighting the challenges affecting a smooth transition to EVs in the UK. www.mo.co.uk/our-impact/e...

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The EV Transition | Motability Operations

Find out how Motability Operations is ensuring our customers are not left behind as the UK transitions to electric.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation and shared insights with us. There’s clear momentum behind inclusive innovation and we’re proud to be part of the discussion on what accessible mobility could look like in an electric future.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Yesterday at MOVE, our CCO, Damian Oton spoke about the importance of building accessibility into the UK’s transition to electric vehicles ensuring disabled people are not left behind. Our CMO, Lisa Thomas also joined a panel on how to improve the EV customer experience for everyone.

Damian Oton, Chief Commercial Officer at Motability Operations, speaks from a lectern on stage at MOVE 2025. Behind him, a large MOVE event sign is lit with purple lighting and a screen above shows a photo of someone charging an electric car. Plants and event branding decorate the stage.

Five Motability Operations team members stand beside the eVITA concept electric wheelchair accessible vehicle at MOVE 2025. The rear ramp is extended, and the vehicle interior with accessible features is clearly visible. Behind them are event signs for Theatre 2 and a screen showing a charging cable plugged into a vehicle. The stand features wood flooring and bright pink carpet.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Join us on 19 June: Damian Oton, CCO Keynote: Accessible vehicle design and transitioning the UK’s largest fleet to EV 9.40am | Keynote Stage Lisa Thomas, CMO Panel: Elevating the EV customer experience 12.05pm | Theatre 3

Motability Operations will be at MOVE 2025, the world’s number one tech mobility event, on 18–19 June at ExCeL London. Damian Oton, Chief Commercial Officer, will give a keynote on accessible vehicle design and transitioning the UK’s largest fleet to EV at 9.40am on 19 June. Lisa Thomas, Chief Marketing Officer, will speak on elevating the EV customer experience at 12.05pm on 19 June in Theatre 3.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

We’re heading to MOVE 2025 on 18–19 June. 📅 Visit us at Stand 2 to see eVITA, our demonstrator electric Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle designed with accessibility in mind. We’ll be speaking at two sessions on 19 June to discuss inclusive design, customer experience and the EV transition.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

We’ve worked with GP practices to create a video showing how the Motability Scheme can support with mobility needs. To request a copy, please contact rosss@mo.co.uk.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Access to transport makes a real difference when attending healthcare appointments. By helping people get to the care they need, the Motability Scheme reduces pressure on the NHS, delivering c. £157 million in savings through fewer missed appointments and less need for emergency transport.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Thoughtful details in vehicle design can transform independence. 🚗 See how eVITA’s rear projection lamp and tapered windows support disabled drivers and passengers. More on eVITA: www.mo.co.uk/our-impact/electric-wheelchair-accessible-vehicles

Rear-side view of the eVITA concept demonstrator vehicle, developed by Motability Operations and CALLUM. Annotations highlight two inclusive features: a rear projection lamp that alerts other road users when the vehicle is parked, and tapered windows designed to help reduce motion sickness. The vehicle has a sleek, modern design, and a red illuminated symbol is projected onto the ground behind it

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

"Most importantly, I use my Motability Scheme car for my job and drive up and down the country with it." Paralympian and Scheme Ambassador, Laurie Williams shares how access to a vehicle helps her stay independent, work, and fully participate in life. Watch her story.

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Developed in partnership with CALLUM, eVITA shows what’s possible when accessibility is built in from the start of the vehicle design process, not added as an afterthought. www.mo.co.uk/our-impact/e...

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Electric wheelchair accessible vehicles

eVITA, a next-generation electric wheelchair accessible vehicle (eWAV) concept created in collaboration with Motability Operations and CALLUM

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Motability Operations @motabilityops.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

We also unveiled the concept demonstrator for eVITA, our next-generation accessible EV. Co-designed with Motability Scheme customers, it shows how innovation can centre real-life accessibility needs.

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