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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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by Amy Lane, OTR/L, CDRS, and Guy A. Hanford Originally published in the Amputee Coalition’s magazine, InMotion in 2012, Reproduced with permission. Visit the Amputee Coalition to learn more about this great organization. Driving a vehicle is an independent living skill that we often take for granted. People who have temporarily or permanently lost the

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With the last of the baby-boomers turning 60 within the next few years, the aging of America is on overdrive – and promises to increase significantly over the next decade. By 2030, it’s been estimated that there will be 60 million 70-year-olds licensed to drive, spurring a need for more qualified driver rehabilitation specialists (DRS)

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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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Next to buying a home, purchasing a vehicle is typically going to be one of life’s biggest investments. For those who use an accessible minivan, as a driver or wheelchair passenger, the vehicle is an absolute necessity for independence and everyday travel needs. That’s why maintaining the van’s wheelchair ramp operation and other adaptive equipment

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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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The all-new BraunAbility® Chevrolet Traverse blends the rugged style and swagger of an SUV with the space and maneuverability of a wheelchair van. Built for the wheelchair passenger and driver, the wheelchair accessible BraunAbility Traverse is the ultimate handicap SUV, expertly engineered and fully powered with plenty of room for friends, family, and fun. For

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