: These slide into a compartment under the floor. They offer a cleaner interior look and unobstructed entry for people who are walking [10, 24].

: These rest against the side door when not in use. They are common and easier to manually deploy if the power fails [10].

Before shopping, measure the following to ensure the van fits your specific chair [28, 34]:

: Medicare and Medicaid typically do not cover the purchase of a van, though some state programs or non-emergency transportation grants might help [35, 39].

: Power ramps offer independence with push-button use, while manual ramps are cheaper but require a caregiver's assistance [11, 24]. 3. Essential Measurements

One of the first decisions is how the wheelchair user will enter the vehicle. This affects where you can park and how many passengers you can carry. : The most popular option [8, 9].