Personal Mobility Aids (PMAs)

What are Personal Mobility Aids (PMAs)?

The term Personal Mobility Aid (PMA) is unique to Singapore and is used by government agencies such as the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to describe devices that assist individuals who are unable or have difficulty walking.

While many people associate “PMA” mainly with mobility scooters, the category technically also includes electric wheelchairs, non-motorised manual wheelchairs, and other assistive walking devices.

Under the upcoming LTA PMA rules for 2026, new motorised PMAs such as mobility scooters and motorised wheelchairs, will need to comply with speed, size, and design restrictions. In addition, users of mobility scooters must be certified to have a medical need before they are allowed to operate one.

All ELFIGO motorised PMAs comply with LTA’s 2026 regulations, so customers can rest assured that devices purchased now will remain legally usable in 2026 and beyond. Click below to learn more.

 

Types of Personal Mobility Aids (PMAs)

When to Choose a Lithium PMA

Lightweight lithium battery-powered PMAs are ideal when the device needs to be folded or carried frequently. Common use cases include:

  • Transporting the PMA by car
  • Bringing the PMA on a plane
  • Carrying the PMA over high obstacles such as a flight of steps

When to Choose an SLA PMA

If weight is not a key concern, sealed lead-acid (SLA) battery-powered PMAs may be the better option. Key advantages include:

  • Much lower fire risk compared with lithium PMAs
  • More stability due to heavier weight and a lower centre of gravity
  • Greater power and capability when handling obstacles such as low kerbs and MRT train-to-platform gaps

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