Martin Fletcher is a certified mechanical engineer holding City & Guilds qualifications in Electrical Power Engineering. He has spent the last 22 years managing high-volume mobility repair workshops across the Midlands. Currently, he runs a consultancy helping users diagnose battery and motor faults to avoid costly dealership markups.
Martin Fletcher began his career as an apprentice in automotive electronics before pivoting specifically to the mobility aid sector in the early 2000s. He studied Electrical Engineering at Birmingham City University, providing him with the theoretical foundation to understand complex battery chemistries and motor torque dynamics. Over two decades, he has worked as a head technician for major UK mobility retailers, overseeing the servicing of thousands of scooters, from lightweight boot models to heavy-duty off-roaders. Martin specializes in diagnosing 'invisible' faults, such as voltage sag in lead-acid batteries and micro-cracks in steel chassis caused by British pavement conditions. He writes technical guides to empower owners to perform legal DIY maintenance, teaching them how to use a multimeter and when to replace consumables like carbon brushes. His advice is grounded in strict adherence to manufacturer specifications and safety standards, ensuring that users do not void their warranties or endanger themselves on the road. Martin is particularly vocal about the dangers of buying second-hand scooters without proper axle and battery load testing.