Auto Access

Auto access products are designed to help people with limited mobility hit the road and travel independently. Services and products range from the entry level, such as ramps and simple lifts, to the more detailed, such as complete vehicle conversions. Many HMEs can ease their way into providing auto access with the more “entry level” products, as those items often do not necessitate the tools and expertise that massive van conversion projects require.

For instance, ramps are used for patients that are traveling with a caregiver who can help them get in and out of the vehicle, and that help take care of getting the mobility device in and out of the vehicle. Or they can be used for patients with only limited mobility that can be ambulatory for short durations of time and that are capability of setting up the ramp and loading and unloading the device on their own.

Also, lifts attach to a vehicle and allow a power mobility device user or caregiver to roll the device onto the lift, secure it and hit the road. But, they do not require overhaul of a vehicle like a conversion would.

Auto access continues to provide an attractive retail sales category for providers, which is important because tighter Medicare funding has forced providers to seek new revenue streams. Here are some recent solutions on the market:


Wheelchair Carrier

Lift ’N’ Go

Easy pushbutton operation
The fully powered carrier is suitable for transporting heavy scooters and mid-wheel drive chairs. The lift, which rises up to 24”, supports 350 lbs. and comes with two retractable ratchets and easy, pushbutton operation. The model 210-130 is available for Class 2 and 3 hitches. Depending on the vehicle, it may be necessary to install air shocks to accommodate added weight.
Wheelchair Carrier
  • (800) 541 3213

Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.

Joey Lift

One-button operation
The Joey Lift is available with a self-contained battery or a hardwired version that uses the vehicle battery for power. With its own power source, the lift can operate even if the vehicle loses power. The hardwired version is suitable for clients who only take short, infrequent trips. With one-button operation and a small footprint, the lift offers fast loading and unloading. Both versions feature a redesigned drive-on/drive-off platform with a gentle slope and textured finish for easy navigation.

(866) 882-4990
  • (800) 462-0664

Harmar Access

AL600 Hybrid Platform Lift

In-vehicle drive-on, drive-off lift
Largest travel distance in its class
Compact design preserves second-row seating
No assembly, simple installation without drilling

(866) 351-2776
  • (800) 833-0478

FREEDOM LIFT CORP.

A Swiveling Car Seat

The Freedom Seat is a fully articulating seat mechanism that moves forwards and backwards, rotates left and right and moves outside the vehicle to allow a person to easily enter and exit their vehicle. The seat can be installed in a wide range of vehicles, including sedans, minivans, full-size vans, SUVs, pick-up trucks and crossovers.

(800) 755-2856

    Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.

    No Need to Lift a Finger

    Bruno Independent Living Aids has redesigned the Out-Sider Meridian vehicle lift for power wheelchairs. The ASL-250HTP features automatic securement through a Hold-Tite arm and a new, modular platform. The weight of the powerchair, nestled into the pockets of the adjustable platform, combined with the strength of the horizontal arm, delivers exterior transportation for any powerchair. The one-button operation makes the product easy to operate.

    (866) 882-4990
    • (800) 462-0664

    EZ In and Out

    EZ In and Out

    EZ In and Out

    “Medtrade Fall proved to be successful for our company and gave the needed exposure to gain credibility. Many of the dealers, sales representatives and industry professionals had seen our product in some form of advertisings, but they had their reservations until they actually got to touch and use the EZ In and Out.”
    — Karen Bunch, marketing director

    (800) 365-7137



      FREEDOM LIFT CORP.

      Equalizer 3

      Freedom Lift's Equalizer 3 transports a power chair or scooter from the curb or behind the tailgate of a pickup into a vehicle. Plus, the lift, suitable for use in hatchbacks, vans and pickups, is available with 250- or 400-lb. weight capacity. The base provides 180 degrees of adjustment and can transition from a three- to 20-axis lift in minutes.


        Bruno Independent Living Aids, Inc.

        Curb-Sider

        Break the chains of dependence, literally, with the Curb-Sider. The no-chain design offers performance and virtually maintenance-free operation, plus a small footprint.

        (866) 882-4990

        • (800) 462-0664

        Silver Star Lifts & Ramps

        Full Platform Exterior Lift

        Loading and unloading on inclines and rough terrain is no problem for the Full Platform Exterior Lift, equipped with a self-leveling platform and a three-point tie-down system.

        (800) 800-8586

        • (800) 800-8586

        VMI

        Klearvue

        Drivers and passengers get an unobstructed view with the Klearvue folding platform lift. The unique folding design eliminates hazardous blind spots.

        (800) 348-VANS

        • (602) 243-2700 or (800) 348-VANS