E-Van Guru have been working with various Scottish Community Transport organisations to electrify their wheelchair access vehicle fleets. Electric wheelchair access vehicles offer a range of benefits, primarily aimed at enhancing mobility and accessibility for individuals with disabilities. One key advantage is the increased independence they provide to wheelchair users, allowing them to travel more freely and participate in various activities. These vehicles are environmentally friendly, contributing to reduced air pollution and a smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional fossil fuelled vehicles. The lower operational costs, including reduced fuel expenses and maintenance requirements, make electric wheelchair access vehicles a more cost-effective long-term solution. Moreover, these vehicles feature user-friendly designs, with easy-use ramps, FutureSafe systems, electric winches, the option for tilt and fold seats for additional seating and spacious interiors, ensuring comfort and ease of use for wheelchair users. Currently we are able to offer electric wheelchair accessible vehicles on;
Citroen e Berlingo XL – This is the entry level eWAV we offer. with it being the smallest sized vehicle it is great for use around busy towns and cities. The Citroen has a 50kWh battery which gives around 145 mile true range, can carry 5 people (including the driver) and a wheelchair passenger.
Vauxhall e Vivaro M or L – This is a mid sized/spec level vehicle. It offers more space than the Berlingo and the option of additional seating should it be required. This vehicle has the same 50kWh battery as the Berlingo, this gives a true range of around 125 miles, can carry 6 people (including driver) and a wheelchair passenger, or 8 people (including driver) without a wheelchair passenger with the option of fold and tilt seats in the rear.
Mercedes e Vito Tourer L2 – The Mercedes is the top level offering on the eWAVs, as with any Mercedes you get the quality and performance you would expect. With a 100kWh battery it is the largest offering of all the eWAVs, this will give a true range of around 225 miles, as with the Vauxhall e Vivaro the Mercedes can carry 6 people (including driver) and a wheelchair passenger, or 8 people (including driver) without a wheelchair passenger with the option of fold and tilt seats in the rear (L3 version will carry a maximum of 7 people without a wheelchair).
If you are interested in finding out more about the eWAVs that are available in the market or would like a demonstration you can speak to one of our team on 0330 043 3119 or contact us here.