Renowned mobility equipment manufacturing companies convert vans for accessibility as per the highest industry standards. Each manufacturer develops their own range of accessibility vehicles that suit the characteristics and personal needs of the owner. Wheelchair accessible vans are designed with the best safety and comfort standards in mind. They are properly tested for all mobility requirements and are safe as any vehicle can get in the face of any road accidents.
When you are in the market to buy a van and have no idea where to begin, it is advisable to arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible so that you are aware of exactly what you are getting in to. If it’s about to be your first accessibility purchase and you’re finding yourself constantly in new situations, follow this guide to find the perfect van for yourself.
Ease of parking
If you have mobility issues or your friend or family member is disabled, then parking a wheelchair accessible van can be a cause for concern. With limited mobility and such related concerns, ease of parking is very important. If you’re looking for a van that allows easy parking and entry and exit for the disabled person in a crowded lot, then a van with rear entry is the most ideal.
In a van that opens at the back, you don’t have to worry about your side entries being blocked by other vehicles. With vans that have side entrances, entrance and exit to the vehicle can be tough and instead of being a vehicle of convenience, your van becomes more of a liability.
Accessibility
The most important feature of mobility vehicles is its accessibility. A van is useless without the right mobility equipment. Vans are converted with the needs of the users in mind. A wheelchair user should be able to enter and exit the van with the utmost ease. For this purpose, either a ramp or a lift needs to be installed to allow access to the wheelchair.
Seats can be converted to rotate so that a wheelchair user can transfer on to the seat directly from the chair. Securements are placed within the vehicle to hold the wheelchair in place during transit.
Safety
During the conversion of a vehicle, safety is the highest priority among dealers and manufacturers. With all the changes made to the body of the vehicle, extra reinforcements need to be added to the vehicle for road safety.
Once the floor of the van is lowered for the installation of a ramp, a structural cage is attached to the floor for support. Ensure that the vehicle you buy meets all standard vehicular safety requirements.
Latest technology in engineering
Manufacturers make wheelchair accessible vans as per the latest technology. Engineers are converting vans to make them as light and efficient as possible for the ease and convenience of all users.
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