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: These use a ramp that deploys from the back of the vehicle. They are often less expensive than side-entry models and don't require extra parking space to the side, though the wheelchair user typically cannot sit in the front seat.

: Fold-out ramps rest against the inside door when closed, while in-floor ramps slide into a compartment under the floor, keeping the interior cabin clear. HANDICAP VAN

: These allow the wheelchair user to sit in the front passenger seat or even the driver's seat. They often require extra parking space for the ramp to deploy but offer the most social inclusion for the user. : These use a ramp that deploys from the back of the vehicle

: For larger power chairs or families needing more space, full-size vans often utilize heavy-duty hydraulic lifts instead of ramps. Choosing the Right Vehicle : These allow the wheelchair user to sit

Handicap vans are generally categorized by how you enter the vehicle and where the wheelchair is positioned:

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