Accessible car sharing options are now available for wheelchair users in Belgium, marking an important step towards inclusive mobility. As of 2025-05-27 10:30:00, Cozywheels offers wheelchair-friendly vehicles, lift buses, duofietsen, and offroad wheelchairs for reservation. This new service aims to fill a gap in the current shared mobility market for Flemish residents with mobility challenges.
- Reserve wheelchair-friendly vehicles via Cozywheels platform
- Offer includes liftbus, duofiets, offroad wheelchair
- Address mobility gap for wheelchair users
- Set pricing for vehicles and rental durations
- Location based in Dendermonde at Ilkoo vzw
- Plan to expand service across Flanders
Many people in Flanders already rely on shared cars, bikes, and scooters, but those who use wheelchairs have struggled to find suitable options. Mark De Soete from CM Gezondheidsfonds highlights the growing popularity of shared mobility and the need for adapted vehicles. Could this pilot project in Dendermonde be the start of a wider rollout across Flanders? Let’s explore the key details.
How does this new service work and what makes it different? Cozywheels requires users to register and then allows last-minute reservations based on availability. The pricing varies by vehicle type, making it flexible for different needs. This initiative addresses a crucial question: why should wheelchair users miss out on the benefits of shared mobility?
- Vehicles include rolestoelvriendelijke wagens, liftbussen, duofietsen, and offroad rolstoelen
- Pricing is transparent and competitive, with hourly and daily rates
- The vehicles are stationed centrally in Dendermonde at Ilkoo vzw
- Success could lead to expansion throughout Flanders
As shared mobility continues to evolve, will other Belgian cities follow Dendermonde’s lead? Wheelchair users are encouraged to try Cozywheels and provide feedback to help shape future services. Inclusive transport is no longer optional—it’s essential for a truly connected Flanders.
