Guest Post By: Brenda J.
At one time, just getting from one place to another was highly problematic to people with disabilities. Now, however, there are many more options for increasing the mobility of the disabled, including wheelchair accessible vans. These vans let those who depend upon wheelchairs for short range mobility, increase their travel to encompass other areas.
Toyota offers their Sienna model minivan as a wheelchair accessible van. It meets ultra low emissions vehicle standards and is able to be converted with any number of helpful modifications. The Toyota Sienna forms the base for the wildly popular Braun Sienna Rampvan, which features an auto door, auto kneel, auto ramp, lowered floor, and removable seating. All of these modifications are designed to make it easier for the disabled person to get in and out of the vehicle, as well as ride in comfort to their destination. The lowered floor increases head room for those in wheelchairs or riding scooters, while the power kneeling system actually lowers the van to allow for an easier angle of access. The conversion can be done on the Sienna LE, XLE, or Limited chassis.
The quiet, smooth ride of the Toyota wheelchair van has been convincing customers to purchase them consistently for some time now, raising this model to a favorite among wheelchair vans. If you are in the market for a wheelchair accessible van, be sure to explore the option of a Toyota minivan.
