You can try our adaptations at many of the regional driving assessment centres. Please contact them for details. We also adapt many of the track vehicles available at the Mobility Roadshow held every year. We also have vehicles at the Motability Big One Day Events. See all shows …
Can you come to my home and demonstrate products?
Elap are happy to visit you at either your home, place of work or car dealership to demonstrate our range of adaptations. You are also quite welcome to visit our workshop in Accrington.
Where can I get a demonstration of your products?
We are more than happy to come and demonstrate any of our products at your home and make recommendations as to which product would suit you best. Please contact us on 01254 871599 to arrange a demonstration at your home.
What are driving assessment centres?
A range of services are offered by accredited mobility centres including Driving Assessment, Passenger Assessment and Information and Advice on matters concerning independent mobility (primarily related to car and adapted vehicle use as a driver or passenger). Some Centres also offer: driving tuition; advice on the selection and …
Can you come and assess my adaptation needs?
Elap are happy to visit you at your home to assess your mobility needs and make recommendations as to which product would suit your needs best. We are unable to let you try driving adaptations in our demonstration vehicles but can show you how they work and let …
What is the process to claim the VAT relief?
The criteria for claiming VAT relief on a vehicle is very strict. The main points are outlined below:- The vehicle must be for a wheelchair user The vehicle should have substantial and permanent adaptation Adaptations should be invoiced to the dealership not the customer The vehicle and any …
Can I get the VAT off my new car when I have adaptations fitted?
If you’re a disabled wheelchair or stretcher user, you may not have to pay VAT if you buy a specially adapted vehicle for your personal or domestic use. Not every vehicle or adaptation will qualify for the relief. There are also strict definitions for terms like ‘wheelchair user’ …
How do I get an official assessment and quotation for the adaptations I need?
To get an official assessment please contact our office to arrange a demonstration of our adaptations. We will then arrange to visit you at your home or place of work. Once we have demonstrated our products we will then recommend which adaptation is most suitable for you needs. …
What is the process to apply for a grant?
The process for applying for a grant towards your adaptations is as follows:- Have a demonstration of your requested adaptation by any of Elap’s demonstration team They will then write out an assessment and product recommendation report Forward this report with your grant application to the relevant department …
Am I eligible for a grant towards the cost of my adaptations?
Not everyone is eligible for a grant towards the cost of their adaptations. For more information please contact Motability Grants on 01279 635999 or any of the relevant charities on the “What Grants are available?” page.