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TGA Mobility, the UK's leading mobility scooter specialist, will be unveiling its new look  Breeze S4 mobility scooter  for the first time in the UK at The Mobility Roadshow (Stand H2-54, Silverstone Circuit, Northants, 26-28th May 2016).  Experienced and friendly TGA Product Advisors will be on-hand to demonstrate all the exciting new features this latest 4-wheel Breeze S4 has to offer. The TGA Breeze brand is synonymous with quality, reliability and assured performance - the latest model will further reiterate this with the addition of extra features and a remodeled look.  ​ The new high specification 8mph Breeze includes an enhanced ergonomic tiller with ultra-advanced LCD control panel, a mobile phone holder and USB charging socket. The alloy wheels have been streamlined and the wing mirror design has evolved so greater rear visibility is provided. There is also an optional seat with a higher backrest available for taller users. All these innovative features ...

John Jenkins MBE, 68 from Wallingford, is a retired Team GB disabled swimmer and table tennis star that now owns a rugged Top Gear winning Breeze S4 so he can continue enjoying outdoor pursuits in rural Oxfordshire. John has used a wheelchair since the age of five when he was diagnosed with Polio. Nevertheless this condition has not stopped him from living a life full of achievement. He completed a successful 25-year career in IT fulfilling several senior positions at blue chip corporations such as IBM and ICL before setting up his own business. Outside of work, John has always led an active lifestyle with a love of sport and outdoor pursuits. In addition to fly-fishing in many countries around the world, John competed at the top level of wheelchair table tennis and swimming for over 10 years - representing Great Britain at the 1984 Paralympics. He also represented his country at several World Championships in both sports achieving a bronze in Breaststroke. Since retirement from compet...

TGA, the UK leading mobility scooter specialist, has supplied a new  Breeze S4 mobility scooter  to Strathclyde Country Park so that visitors with restricted mobility can access this popular Scottish beauty spot. Local resident Annie Purcell suggested to the council that a mobility scooter should be available at the park. She lives with mobility difficulties and felt that with a comfortable scooter available to hire, herself and other people with walking difficulties could discover newfound freedom in the Park. The model selected by Strathclyde Country Council was the 8mph Breeze model from TGA - famous nationwide for its high profile appearance on BBC Top Gear. Its renowned off-road capabilities were highlighted during the show when it was the first to reach the top of a rugged mountain in the Brecon Beacons. This robust, reliable and comfortable mobility scooter is now for hire at the Strathclyde Country Park and compliments the existing range of all-ability bikes. It...

If you live with  restricted mobility  and find walking tricky or even painful, a quality and reliable mobility scooter can change your life. Practically, it can give you independence to visit the local shops, friends or even go on holiday. Whereas from a well-being point of view, you can benefit from fresh air, experiencing the outdoors and accessing local amenities. Being able to go out on your own without the need for support from friends or loved ones is a priceless feeling. This is where a scooter makes such a difference. Some people may need to be pushed in a wheelchair or be unsteady when walking, so why risk extra stresses and strains when a battery-powered scooter can take away all the hassle? There is a vast range of mobility scooters out there to choose from these days, however it is important to select the right model for you and your lifestyle. This is where asking a trusted mobility scooter specialist for advice is essential before buying.  TGA are one su...