Selecting The Right Wheelchair Van Conversion

by AbilityTrend on February 2nd, 2010

A wheelchair accessible van has become the single most popular method of transportation for the physically disabled. And with good reason. Whether a lowered floor minivan or a full size van with a handicap lift, wheelchair accessible vans are simple, safe, and convenient.



However, a large percentage of wheelchair van buyers are first time buyers. That means they are buying an expensive piece of handicapped equipment without much prior knowledge or experience. Often disabled people and their families turn to the internet for education and information. The internet has opened a world of possibilities in all aspects of everyday life, and is very useful in information gathering. There are also a substantial number of mobility van dealers spread in almost every medium sized city in America. Many of these dealers have inventories available for a test drive. A local dealer can also go over the positive and negative aspects of each different wheelchair accessible conversion van.



While searching for a handicap van conversion, there are common questions almost everyone asks. Every person purchasing a handicap van should also know the answers to these questions before buying.



Several of the most important wheelchair van questions will be answered in this 4 part series on selecting the right wheelchair van conversion. Check back in two weeks for a discussion on wheelchair lift vans vs. wheelchair ramp vans. Each has its unique advantages. After that, we’ll talk about the right handicap van for your lifestyle, and accessories for accessible wheelchair vans.