A vehicle lift is a device that attaches to the back of your vehicle and allows you to transport your scooter or power chair. Have you ever thought about how a vehicle lift can help you? Most people would think that there are advantages to mobility scooters, given the amount of money spent on such trustworthy medical equipment by users all over the world. Users who utilize a car lift may take their mobility scooter or power chair almost anywhere, making it easier for them to access more of the world. Vehicle lifts improve the quality of life for this and many more reasons. Users will learn how a car lift can help their lives, as well as why they should get one if they have not already. If you did not think there were any advantages to using a vehicle lift before, reading this will certainly bring new insight.

Vehicle lifts are a convenient way to transport scooters and power wheelchairs. Vehicle lifts range from the simple to the complex; from a simple pick-up and secure to hiding it inside your vehicle! Please visit Affordable Medical Equipment to see our selection of vehicle lifts.

First and foremost, think about what you should consider

Automatic Universal Power Chair Lift

Not all vehicles can accommodate a lift so your first job is to determine whether it is even possible on your current vehicle. Full-size cars, SUVs, minivans, and trucks are usually fine. A lot of smaller cars cannot support a lift. Check your owner’s manual or with your dealer to find out if your vehicle can support a lift. Does your car have a Class II or Class III hitch? If not, you will need to have one installed. We can help you with answers to all these questions here at Affordable Medical Equipment. And when it comes to picking the right lift for your needs and your vehicle, Affordable Medical Equipment is the best in the business.

What Kinds of Power Chair Lifts Do You Have?

When it comes to selecting the correct vehicle lift, there are a few things to consider.

Harmar Inside Platform Lift Power Chair Lift

First and foremost, do you want an inside or outside vehicle lift? In most cases that decision is made for you by the vehicle make and model you own. Mini-vans and larger SUVs are best suited for an interior platform or hoist lift. This option will keep the length of your car the same while storing the chair inside. This is a fantastic alternative because it keeps the lift as well as the scooter/power chair out of the elements. One drawback to exterior lifts is that your vehicle length is extended by approximately 18” and in some cases, your backup cameras will be obscured as well. This may make parking in your garage, a parking garage, or other locations difficult. Now that you know whether an indoor or outdoor electric chair lift is the best option for you, your work is half done!

Another option might be a mobility van. Mobility vans are effective if you are immobile or if you are immobile but drive. They are expensive but for many, it provides the perfect all-around solution. Affordable Medical Equipment does not sell or service mobility vans.

Vehicle Lifts' Advantages

Some may ask how a vehicle lift may enhance your life with such a huge range of vehicle lifts available online, with some offering different features and possibilities. While certain vehicle lifts have unique features and capabilities, all vehicle lifts help one's time, health, and lifestyle in some way. Some car lifts are better designed to handle smaller scooters and powerchairs, and some larger scooters and powerchairs.  You know how tough and complicated it may be to get around if you or a family member is disabled or has other special needs. Fortunately, technological advancements are making it easier for persons with physical limitations to get around.

We have elders and the disabled that come to our store every day to purchase scooters and motorized wheelchairs. The question that is always lingering in the back of our minds is, “how are they going to get this in and out of their vehicles?”  The question must be asked because many times the whole reason they are even considering a scooter or power wheelchair is for greater freedom to go places and do things. For many of our clients, a vehicle lift is a must-have; they do not have the capacity to lift heavier weights or move multiple parts. Or their vehicle is not large enough to store multiple parts.

More liberty

Harmar Lift

Getting out of the house and engaging in activities can be beneficial to one's mental and physical health. This is particularly true for those with disabilities. We have countless testimonies as to how a vehicle lift has changed people’s lives for the better! They no longer worry about getting around once they get to the concert, party, amusement park, zoo, or mall. At the touch of a button, they have their freedom and liberty back! Now that gets people excited.

Size-to-lift-capacity ratio that is efficient

Disabled people do not all have the same needs or be the same size. Lifts today take up less space while lifting more weight than ever before, thanks to advancements in vehicle lift technology. Because of this mix of qualities, they are easier to install and fit in your car, and they are potentially more effective and efficient than previous vehicle lifts.

Work with a Variety of Vehicles and Power Chairs

Hybrid mobility lifts do not require you to make any changes to your car for them to work together. All you have to do now is locate the ideal model. Minivans, vans, and SUVs can all use the AL600. Almost all conventional motorized chairs and scooters are available.

Vans and minivans are compatible with the AL100, AL160, and AL500 and are going to suffice for about all powerchairs and scooters. A vehicle compatibility calculator can help you determine whether your hybrid mobility lift will be able to lift your mobility equipment while still fitting into your vehicle. Use it before you buy to make sure you are getting the best fit possible.

Additional Features

Armstrong Power Chair Lift

Examining the features offered by hybrid car lifts is necessary to determine if one is right for you and your vehicle. If the regular features are not enough for you, check for versions with extra features. When the vehicle's back door is closed, the Armstrong Lift may be perfect for you. The Armstrong lift has a powerful motor, installs in the interior of the vehicle on the side, and still allows for use of third-row seating.

It is possible that some users will not be able to secure their smartphones to a hybrid mobility lift. To make this process easier, they might consider upgrading to a self-retracting strap. Before purchasing a hybrid mobility lift, think about what features you require. Look for one that has all the features you desire and inquire if any additional features can be added to the model you have picked.

Check out the features

Automatic Universal Lift

Simply exit your vehicle, press the button on your vehicle's lift to lower your wheelchair or scooter to ground level, then drive it off the lift when you arrive at your destination. Because you no longer must rely on others to help you load or unload your wheelchair or mobility device, this ease of use is a major factor in improving one's sense of self-reliance and independence. Now, you can do everything with a single button press!

If you are looking for a way to improve your quality of life, consider getting a vehicle lift:

  • Provides a safe manner to transport your scooter or powerchair.
  • You can take your mobility device anywhere.
  • You do not have to worry about getting assistance loading and unloading your mobility device. All you must do is press a button!
  • Greatly increases independence, mobility, and freedom!

Are You Persuaded?

Do you feel more confident about using or purchasing a vehicle lift now that you have a greater grasp of how it might help your life? We are confident that after your first use, you will fall in love with it and want to buy it. The models presented in this post are not the only ones we have available. If you would like to see our whole inventory, come see us for a full overview of all the lifts we sell and which may work best for you.

We have a big selection of scooter and wheelchair lifts to choose from at Affordable Medical Equipment, with options to fit almost any vehicle. All our vehicle lifts are built to last, are created in the United States, and use the best, highest-quality materials available. To learn more about our vehicle lifts or to book your vehicle lift installation, call Affordable Medical Equipment today.