What Is A Handicap Van?
A handicap van is a vehicle that is particularly suited to be operated by or transporting persons with disabilities, whether it be physical or cognitive. A handicap van can be equipped with a variety of adaptations such as wheelchair lifts, air suspension (for lowering step height), manually steered ramps, floor rails for the anchoring of wheelchairs, etc. A handicap van can be used by both individuals and businesses. The latter are commonly used by transportation services and for medical emergencies.
Handicap Conversion Vans
Ordinary vans can be converted so that they can be operated by people with disabilities. The most common conversion is that the van is equipped with hand controls, ie mechanical linkages to the gas and brake pedal on an automatic gear car. In this way, a person who lacks full leg or foot function can drive the vehicle.
Customized Vehicles
A more unusual example of such a customized vehicle is one where the driver drives the car lying flat on a bed just above the steering wheel height. Controls are usually operated by the feet and the gearshift has been moved so they can be handled with your hands. Such a car is suitable for a person who can not bend his back and is not able to sit.
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