8.2.2002
Vauxhall Mobility is again Number One for disabled drivers

Vauxhall Motors' mobility program is again celebrating being the most popular supplier of cars to disabled drivers and passengers. The company sold over 37,000 cars under the Motability scheme, a government, backed charity which helps disabled people get on the road.

With nearly 26% of the Motability market, Vauxhall again showed why the flexibility and practical appeal of its cars is so strong. The company's commitment to accessible motoring for all secured it a finalist's position in the European Day of the Disabled People 'Breaking Barriers Awards', organized by the European Commission.

Initiatives such as the unique 'Independence Week' - a series of awareness -raising events held at Vauxhall dealers across the country in May - were praised for helping make information on accessibility available to a greater audience. Helping to raise the profile again was paralympic sportstar Tanni Grey-Thompson who took part in a tour of sporting arenas across Britain.

Oxford Vauxhall dealer, Hartwells, was named the best in the country for Motability service and support, amidst strong competition, at the 2001 EASE awards. Vauxhall also helped the Disabled Drivers' Association to get their message across at their annual conference in October.

With Vauxhall also securing the position as leading supplier of UK-produced vehicles, 2001 was a good year to be getting mobile. Andy Freeman, Vauxhall's Strategic Marketing Manager said: "We're delighted that yet again we are the number one, not only in terms of sales to mobility customers, but also for our levels of service."