Smart Launches Motability
Published: 15th May 2003
Motability, a UK charity helping disabled people to become mobile, has trained and tested sales staff in 37 smart outlets across the UK.
Jeremy Simpson, Head of smart in the UK, said: "Only five per cent of disabled drivers require their vehicle to have significant adaptations, such as ramps and hoists.
"The smart city-coupé and cabrio, with its high seat height, amount of leg room and wide-opening doors, is ideally suited to the majority of disabled drivers. Automatic transmission is standard across most of the range, while gear-change paddles mounted on the steering wheel already come as an option. For drivers who need to carry a wheelchair, you can fit one in the boot."
Noel Muddiman, Executive Director of Motability, said: "smart is a great product, and I am sure a lot of customers will welcome the brand becoming available on the Motability scheme. Having a network of smart salespeople focussed on understanding the needs of disabled drivers is just as important as having the right product available.
"The Motability specialists at the 37 sites will be able to advise drivers on the type of car that would suit them, and the options available. We are delighted that so many dealers have invested the time getting their staff trained."
The smart city-coupé range starts from £6,560, on the road. All models have a 698 cc, three cylinder engine, and standard specification across the range includes ABS, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), driver and passenger airbags, electric windows, remote central locking, rev counter, clock and RDS radio cassette.
Customers can get more information about smart and Motability by
visiting the web site at www.thesmart.co.uk.
