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Choosing the Right Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Converter

By Tom Fredrikson

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Published: 05Mar2012
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Wheelchair accessible vehicles, also known as WAVs or mobility cars, are an invaluable tool in keeping wheelchair users mobile as much as possible. Without these vehicles, it can be a tricky task to travel long distances, especially in a car. Wheelchairs require quite a lot of room and not all cars are able to accommodate the size, meaning that often wheelchair users are left without an option. But not with a WAV; a wheelchair accessible vehicle is a car that has been modified and converted specifically to carry wheelchair users and their chairs in a comfortable and easy way. They are made to be as easy as possible to enter and exit, and to give the passenger a comfortable ride with a good view of the surroundings. If the wheelchair user requires additional mobility aids, many WAVs have been converted with this in mind.

There are lots of companies which provide wheelchair accessible vehicle conversions, but which one is right for you? Well, the key point you'll want to look at is quality. Is the company simply converting as many vehicles as possible to quickly turn a profit, or do they genuinely care about the quality of WAV they produce, and only carry out conversions that really work? The best thing if you're looking for a new wheelchair accessible vehicle is to look at the variety of features and functions that these companies offer in their WAVs: do the cars and vans have exactly what you need? Have they been converted in such a way that the wheelchair users needs will be met and even exceeded? If so, they might be the right WAV converter for you.

Choosing the right WAV converter is important because it helps you to find a wheelchair accessible vehicle which is going to fit your needs. The last thing you need is a vehicle which has been poorly converted and doesn't accommodate the wheelchair user in the right way. You need to be able to have faith in your new vehicle, and know that it will cater to any number of situations that may crop up by way of having a wheelchair user as a passenger. By choosing a WAV converter that has a history of producing quality vehicles, and has a lot of happy customers, you can feel sure that you're making the right decision when you buy your wheelchair accessible vehicle.

It is also quite important to consider that all Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles have different layouts and seating arrangements inside. This should be a consideration, especially if you take long journeys - you'll want to be able to admire the scenery, after all! Be sure to check out how much storage each of the WAVs offers, in case you want to go travelling with luggage or do a 'big shop' at the supermarket. Also ask yourself if you will regularly be travelling with other people. If so, you may want more seating in the back to accompany you. As a rule this will cost more as the WAV will need to be bigger, but of course it's worth it if you'll get a lot of use out of it.

Your final consideration should be how the Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle actually drives. It's easy to get caught up with the accessibility features, but do remember that the car needs to be driven! Ask the usual questions: does the car have power steering? Does it have a car alarm or immobiliser fitted? These are all good questions, and you should make sure you have every base covered before you invest in a new Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle.

Tom Fredrikson writes many articles on a variety of topics. If you would like to find out more about a mobility cars or disabled cars please feel free to visit Constable Mobility`s website.

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