Frequently Asked Questions

BraunAbility manufactures many options of wheelchair-accessible vehicles, including side- and rear-entry, standard height and extra tall, foldout and in-floor ramps, and manual and power ramps.

If you need an accessible vehicle but don’t like the idea of driving a minivan, the BraunAbility Chevrolet Traverse is a great alternative. It’s stylish, spacious, and has plenty of swagger. Here’s are some of the frequently asked questions about the wheelchair SUV.

If your need for a wheelchair accessible vehicle is temporary, leasing may be a better alternative than purchasing. We’ve got your answers to the most common questions about leasing a wheelchair van

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to whether it makes more sense to purchase or lease a wheelchair-accessible vehicle. Here’s what you need to know before you make a decision.

While a manual rear entry ramp will require bending to lower and raise the ramp it is spring assisted on both sides making it very user-friendly, lightweight, and easy to use.

The answer is both vehicles have different options for securement. While both vehicles can use standard self-locking tie-downs, optional electronic retractors can make securing the wheelchair in a rear-entry vehicle simple and safe.

While the rear bench seat is removed in the conversion, 2 mid row flip seats are added to allow for transportation for up to 4 passengers plus 1 wheelchair. A rear 2 person flip seat can also be installed as an option which can allow transportation for up to 6 passengers in total

Some of the advantages of a rear-entry accessible minivan include:

• wider ramp and channel to support wider wheelchairs
• no turning necessary in entering the vehicle
  typically the most cost-effective/inexpensive
• lowered floor conversion option
• no restriction entering/exiting the vehicle with another vehicle parked beside you

BraunAbility can accept customer vehicles for accessible conversion. To learn if your van meets the minimum requirements for a BraunAbility or VMI wheelchair accessible conversion

YES! VMI now offers an AWD conversion on the 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid

If serviced properly you can expect to drive the van for many years

The OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) warranty is not affected by the conversion.

For OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) related issues the van goes back the to OEM dealer (Ford, Dodge, Toyota, Honda)

Anything related to the conversion comes to Humberview Mobility. Please contact your mobility consultant for a clear picture of where to take the van if any issues arise.

On some vans you can. It is best to contact us to confirm.