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What cold weather accessories are available for my Quingo?

Does the prospect of lower temperatures or getting caught in a sudden winter shower put you off getting out and about?

Today, the Quingo team would like to highlight some useful accessory options that might help you cope with these colder, wetter days and make your experience even better.

Finding out more about the options available

We appreciate that no two peoples’ needs are the same, so our accessories have been specially designed to meet a diverse range of needs.

These accessory options will help you get through the winter months and make your journey as comfortable as possible.

Heated Handlebar Grips

Heated handlebar grips are a welcome addition to those who suffer from poor blood circulation, arthritis or to those who simply don’t like the cold. Expertly fitted by qualified Quingo engineers, this extremely useful accessory for Vitess and Toura models fits over your existing handlebars, just in front of the accelerator and reverse lever and are connected to the 12 volt plug, similar to a cigarette lighter on the inside of the tiller.

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The installation includes a temperature dial so you can set how hot you would like your handlebars to get or can be turned off completely during the summer months.

Heated handlebar grips are available for the Vitess and Toura and cost £150 when ordered with the scooter or £150 plus a £59.12 call out fee if you would like them retrospectively fitted. Please call Customer Services on 01582 430 900 for more details.

Quingo High capacity – water resistant – Front Shopping Box

The water resistant Front Shopping Box provides a convenient way of keeping your valuables protected from the rain. The box attaches onto the front of your scooters chassis, unlike many other scooters meaning that the steering weight remains unaffected.

The cover features easy to open and close Velcro straps, so you can reach for items quickly. The box is constructed with a sturdy metal frame surrounded by a water resistant cover.

The dimensions of the high capacity front shopping box are close to double that of the standard basket and are as follows:

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The high capacity, water resistant front shopping box is available on selected models for £45. Please call Customer Services on 01582 430 900 for more details.

All Weather Removable Canopy

There are two types of All Weather Removable Canopy – those for the Quingo Classic and Quingo Plus, plus a newer stylish model to complement the design of the Quingo Vitess and Quingo Toura.

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The Quingo All Weather Removable Canopy available for the Quingo Classic and Quingo Plus

 

The canopy is see-through in critical areas and will protect you and your scooter from the effects of adverse weather. The canopy features roll up doors to offer full protection from wind and rain when you need it and excellent air flow when you don’t.

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The new stylish All Weather Removable Canopy to complement the design of the Quingo Vitess and Quingo Toura

 

The canopy consists of a sturdy metal frame that is attached to the chassis of your scooter, a large hard windscreen and the water resistant cover which conceals your Quingo from the elements on all sides.

The large door openings zip easily up and down with zip extending arms for those who can’t bend so far. This enables you to get in and out of your scooter easily and safely. You don’t need to worry about fitting this yourself – one of our skilled Quingo engineers will do that for you. All weather canopies are available on selected models from just £295. Please call Customer Services on 01582 430 900 for more details.

We want to hear from you

The friendly Quingo team are always more than happy to answer any questions you may have, whether you’re a Quingo owner or simply want to find out more. You can call our national advice line on 0808 100 65 70, Monday – Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm.

If you have any ideas for more accessories that you would like to see manufactured for your Quingo Scooter then we would love to hear from you.

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How to look after your Quingo in colder weather

Advanced Vehicle Concepts, the designers and manufacturers of Quingo 5 wheel scooters take great pride in making sure all their scooters are built to the highest possible standards for both safety and usability and the feedback from our customers is a testament to this.

However, although winter is a time when many users need to be extra aware in ice and snow, it is also a time when your Quingo can be a real help to safely get around for those vital shopping trips or just to remain connected to your community.

Today, we at Quingo offer some safety tips that will help you stay safe.

 

1 – Visibility – Making sure you are seen by others

We’re at that point of year where our internal body clocks are adjusting to shorter days and it is getting dark by 4pm.

If you’re out after this time on the pavements and roads you need to ensure that other pedestrians and motorists are able to see you. Always use lights if you have them and if you do not then make sure you are back home well before it starts getting dark.

Anything that highlights your visibility on the roads is a good thing. A high-vis vest or jacket or a high-vis shopping basket on the rear of your scooter would be a great example of this.

2 – Be prepared – Making sure your Quingo is in top shape

As at all times of the year, it’s important to charge your batteries for a full 12 hours prior to use and to put them back on charge ready for the next time. The charger will turn off and keep them topped up automatically.

To ensure that your Quingo remains in optimum shape we recommend that you don’t leave it out in the snow or freezing conditions for prolonged periods. This will affect the performance of your batteries. Keeping it stored in a safe, dry, secure environment with adequate protection is a must.

Both the Quingo Team and the Department for Transport recommend strongly that you do take out scooter insurance.

3 – Very Bad weather – Being aware of the conditions around you

If the weather is predicted to be particularly treacherous you may decide to put off any unnecessary journeys for the time-being.

If you do need to venture out, it’s always good practice to carry a mobile phone with you in case of the unlikely event of an emergency so that you always have someone to contact.

If the ground is icy on your normal route or if there are steep hills or other hazards, you should also consider altering your route to avoid these. Even if this adds a few minutes extra on to your total travel time, it’s a small price to pay for staying safe on the roads.

Always take extra care to wrap up warm in the winter months.

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Mrs Wood took her Quingo Flyte through some tough conditions all the way to Europe’s most northerly point – the North Cape in Norway!

 

Accessories – a helping hand

There are a number of extra measures you can take during the winter time to make sure that you’re safe in the chillier winter months.

Accessories which many of our customers find particularly useful are the all weather canopies which will keep you and your Quingo dry in the rain and snow and if your model is compatible, consider heated handlebars if you want to use your scooter in particularly cold conditions.

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Accessories like this all weather canopy can help keep your Quingo in top condition

Quingo 5 wheel mobility scooters are exclusively available throughout the UK from Forever Active – Only Quingo scooters offer 5 wheel stability which means a greater turning circle without compromising agility. Quingo scooters offer superior control on inclines and kerbs, and the forward sitting position means safer weight distribution for hills and bumps. Even in extreme situations Quingo’s active tri-wheel steering easily navigates and stabilises on uneven gradients smoothly and safely.

For more information on Quingo products please visit: www.quingoscooters.com