@kezo it’s validating to see it written out that way but the process is utterly frustrating when you’re already struggling with transport and just want to be able to get on with getting a car to suit. I do get why they’d go the cheapest route, it makes sense but this push for electric cars is one of the most frustrating things.
I have had test drives in each of the vehicles as well as having gone to look at them and ask plenty of questions several times as the decision to possibly get a new car has been months in the making (my PIP was very recently renewed) so I’ve really put some research into it. I have written out an email for the grants advisor, as I can’t communicate by phone (they originally talked to someone else on my behalf) outlining the reasons each car is unsuitable in some detail, however I’m aware, even if I sent that, it could still be a flat out no. I just wanted to gauge whether it was worth pushing back on with how final she seemed to make the decision.
I’ve scoured the motability site so many times just looking for a hidden gem but unfortunately there’s nothing with the boot space needed within that AP. They’re all either slightly smaller or comparable to the MG HS. I’ve been to look at so many cars lately too, I used to love just window shopping but now I’m starting to hate all of it.
@DumfriesDik I wouldn’t say it’s too late to consider a WAV but it’s not really necessary for our situation. Both me and my disabled passenger are ambulatory wheelchair users so neither of us needs to be in the vehicle while also in our wheelchairs. From my short research post-The Big Event, I imagine the AP for a WAV would be up there with the cost of a Skoda Kodiaq too. Though I suppose it’s understandably justified by the type of vehicle it is.