Scootaround Mobility Solutions
Services and Information for the IMTS 2012

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Rental Rates

Transportable Scooters Standard-weight mobility scooters are suitable for passengers weighing up to 300lbs. Models are offered with three or four wheels, depending on availability. All scooters are outfitted with front basket for easy convention material storage. Scooters include padded armrests and adjustable swivel seat for easy entrance. Models may vary from picture shown here.

Standard Scooters Standard-weight mobility scooters are suitable for passengers weighing up to 350lbs. Heavy Duty mobility scooters are suitable for passengers weighing up to 500lbs. Models are offered with three or four wheels, depending on availability. All scooters are outfitted with front basket for easy convention material storage. Scooters include padded armrests and adjustable swivel seat for easy entrance. Models may vary from picture shown here.

Manual Wheelchairs Manual wheelchairs are suitable for passengers weighing up to 250lbs. Chairs are outfitted with padded armrests and comfortable plastic handrims for comfortable operation. Adjustable footrests are included on all chairs. Chairs are lightweight and maneuverable. Models may vary from picture shown here.

Equipment Pickup Location

Rental equipment can be retrieved at the rentals booth located in the Baggage/Coat Check area, by the entrance to the Hyatt, closest to Gate 4 of the Grand Concourse.

Venue Information - McCormick Place

With McCormick Place's 2.2 million square feet of event space (the largest in North America,), an electric scooter or wheelchair will ensure that you are able to see as much of the event as possible. And what's more, you can use your scooter to visit some of the attractions that Chicago has to offer such as the John Hancock Observatory, Sears Tower Skydeck, Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium, and much more.

McCormick Place
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60616
Phone:312-791-7000
Fax:312-791-6543
http://www.mccormickplace.com

Driving Directions to McCormick Parking LOT A
For parking at the South, North and West Buildings

• FROM O'HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NORTHWEST OR THE NORTH - Follow I-190 East to I-90 East. This turns into I-90/94 East (Dan Ryan Expressway). Keeping to the right, follow to I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin L. King Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left.
• FROM THE WEST - Take I-290 East (Eisenhower Expressway) to I-94 East (Dan Ryan Expressway). Keeping to the right, follow to I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin L. King Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left.
• FROM MIDWAY AIRPORT OR SOUTHWEST - Take I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin L. King Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left.
• FROM THE SOUTH OR INDIANA via I-80/94 - From I-80/94, exit at I-94 West (Bishop Ford Expressway) and proceed on I-94 West (Dan Ryan Expressway). Follow to I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin L. King Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left.
• FROM INDIANA-SKYWAY - Take I-90 West (Indiana Tollway turns into the Chicago Skyway). Merge onto I-90/94 West (Dan Ryan Expressway). Exit at I-55 North (Stevenson Expressway). Exit at Martin L. King Drive (Exit #293D) and follow signs to Lot A entrance ramp located immediately to your left.
• FROM NORTH LAKE SHORE DRIVE (US-41) - From Lake Shore Drive, exit at 31st Street and turn right (West). Turn right again on Martin L. King Drive. Turn left on 24th Place. Follow signs to Lot A.
• FROM SOUTH LAKE SHORE DRIVE (US-41) - From Lake Shore Drive, exit at 31st Sreet. and turn left (West). Turn right on Martin L. King Drive. Turn left on 24th Place. Follow signs to Lot A.
• FROM CONGRESS PARKWAY - From Congress Parkway, turn right onto Michigan Avenue Proceed south to Cermak Road. (E. 22nd Street). Turn left on Cermak Road, to Martin Luther King Drive. Follow signs to Lot A.

Accessible parking is available in Lot A (located on Martin Luther King Drive), Lot C (located underground in Lakeside Center) and the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place parking garage.

There are two main parking lots on the McCormick Place campus and are in close proximity and walking distance to the convention complex. Events in Lakeside Center and Arie Crown Theater designate Lot C as the primary parking location, while events in the North and South Buildings designate Lot A as the primary parking location.

Lot C is an underground garage that allows a 6 foot height clearance; it is located on Ft. Dearborn Drive, adjacent to the Lakeside Center. Lot A is a six level garage that allows an 8 foot height clearance; it is located directly across from the Grand Concourse/Gate 4. Covered walkways from Lot A leading directly into McCormick Place and the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Hotel also provide added convenience.

For more information on parking and maps, please visit the Center's website at www.mccormickplace.com.

Rental Guidelines

Your electric scooter is a state-of-the-art device designed to increase your mobility and enhance your travel experience. Please be aware that the correct care and operation of the scooter is your responsibility. If you are unsure how to operate the scooter, please ask your Scootaround representative for assistance prior to operating the vehicle. If you are unfamiliar with operating the scooter in crowded areas such as a convention or a tradeshow, please take some added time to practice the safe operation of the vehicle. Here are some further points to consider:

• Always use added caution when driving in a crowded area.
• Equipment must not be used in wet or muddy areas.
• Equipment must not be driven on sharp inclines or declines.
• Scooter and Powerchair users must be 18 years or age or older.
• Operation of the equipment by persons other than the assigned renter is prohibited.

Mobility Rentals in Other Cities

Scootaround provides scooter and wheelchair rental service in over 500 locations worldwide. For pleasure, business or cruises, it's a simple, convenient way to help you get the most out of your trip. Scootaround delivers your mobility vehicle right to your location and our operators are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us toll-free at 1-888-441-7575 or visit us on the web at www.Scootaround.com.

Avis Rental Vehicles

Scootaround is proud to partner with the Avis Cares program and share in our common goal to provide a full range of products and services for drivers and passengers with mobility issues. As such, we are proud to be the exclusive provider of mobility scooter rentals at 45 Avis airport locations throughout the U.S. To rent an Avis vehicle and have it combined with a mobility scooter at one of these locations, call Scootaround's toll-free line at 1-888-441-7575.

And if you need an Avis rental vehicle anywhere else in the world, you can book it directly online right from our website by visiting www.scootaround.com/avis.

Top Reasons to Use Scootaround

People sometimes ask "What are the benefits of using Scootaround's mobility services?" Well, that's easily explained in the following reasons:

• Reliable Equipment - Scootaround's mobility equipment is maintained, cleaned and serviced on a regular basis. This gives you the added comfort of knowing that your Scootaround rental will be fully functional not only at the event, but anywhere else you may travel.
• Top Brands - Scootaround outfits its rental fleets with the industry's top name brands. This provides you with access to the most reliable and robust mobility equipment in the market.
• 7-Day Call Center - Scootaround employs a 7-day accessible call center to handle your rental and equipment inquiries. If you have a question, call us toll-free at 1-888-441-7575 and we'll get you on your way again.
• 10 Years Experience - Scootaround has been the North American leader in mobility rentals for 10 years running. Our staff has years of experience with events of all sizes and we endeavor to provide our valued rental customers with the best in equipment and service.
• Caring Personnel - Scootaround personnel assist thousands of satisfied customers each year and are always looking for ways to make your travel safe and comfortable. If you have a special need, please speak to one of our representatives!
• Reservations Up to 1 Year in Advance - Scootaround allows you to reserve your mobility equipment up to one year in advance. This gives you peace of mind that mobility needs are met in keeping with your long-term planning.
• 200 Dealer Network - Scootaround's nationwide network of agents provides you with the widest area coverage for your mobility needs. If you require a mobility solution while traveling in the U.S., give us a call. We want to help.