AVH offers a nationwide line-up of specially adapted cars that are fitted with hand controls, flip style left foot accelerators, wheelchair top boxes, infra red controls, steering balls, wheelchair boot hoists, extended pedals and many more bespoke adjustments.

Wheelchair-accessible vans can have a lowered floor, a high roof or a combination of both, fitted with manual ramps or electric lifts for safe entry and exit to the vehicle.

Linda Paul, director of central services from Thrifty Car and Van Rental, said: ‘We're delighted to be working with AVH and hope that the partnership will enable those who may have specific needs or a disability, to carry on driving and maintain their independence. Being the largest supplier of adapted cars and wheelchair accessible vehicles in the UK means that AVH will also be able deliver first-class customer service to our customers.’