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What kind of accessible vehicle meets your needs. This blog discusses entry, ramps, and accessibility features for people with disabilities.

Custom Seating Solutions for Drivers and Passengers For individuals facing difficulties entering and exiting vehicles, a little extra maneuverability can significantly improve accessibility for daily commutes. These challenges, whether or not a wheelchair is used, often stem from issues with balance, strength, and flexibility, making the transition into and out of a vehicle a daunting

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Follow these top ten tips to winterizing your accessible vehicle to stay safe on the road during the winter months.

Major Conversion Manufacturers Bring Toyota Hybrid to the Mobility Vehicle Market Two of the largest wheelchair van manufacturers in the mobility industry are now taking pre-orders on their uniquely different Toyota Sienna Hybrid wheelchair vans. Let’s take a look at these two exciting additions to the mobility vehicle marketplace. VMI Toyota Sienna Hybrid AWD with

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1. Vehicle Conditions to Consider When looking for your first wheelchair van, it may be a surprise to learn the cost of purchasing one is going to be more than what was expected. That’s because the conversion process can add up to $30,000 to the cost of a vehicle depending on the equipment being added.

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The type of ramp installed on a wheelchair van is one of the most critical features to consider when making your purchase. When researching different wheelchair vans for sale for you or your family, you will soon discover there are many different makes, models, and conversions to choose from. One of the most distinct differences

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National Mobility Equipment Association (NMEDA) Manufacturer Quality Assurance Program (MQAP) For manufacturers of wheelchair accessible vans, the NMEDA MQAP program provides additional assurance to their customers that the vehicles being built for physically challenged riders or drivers meet certain quality standards created by peer group experts in the mobility industry. Whether it’s a minivan converted

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Exploring wheelchair vans for sale to help get you get back on the road just got a lot easier. The Mobility Solutions tool is a comprehensive online resource to help people learn more about accessible vehicles and the variety of wheelchair driving options available to drive from a wheelchair. With this tool you can explore

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Over the past decade, minivan models have brought us multimedia entertainment, satellite radio, GPS navigation, keyless start, backup cameras, parking sensors, and a whole lot more. The latest in minivan technology and entertainment options from ten years ago have now become standard features. The 2010 generation of vehicles promoted electronic gadgets that added value, fun,

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Being able to drive is often one of the most important things people living with a disability want to continue doing in order to remain independent. Fortunately, transfer seats offer an ideal solution that can help those who use a wheelchair and have the ability to drive keep their independent lifestyle. Specially designed ‘6-way’ transfer

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