How One Company Makes Accessible Vehicles For People Who Use Wheelchairs

AT Conversions customizes vehicles to make them more accessible for people who use wheelchairs.They turned the head-turning gull-wing door into a functional design. The converted vehicles give people who use wheelchairs more options when they are purchasing a new vehicle.
The following is a transcript of the video:
Narrator: AT Conversions customizes vehicles for a good reason. It turns popular trucks and SUVs into wheelchair-accessible vehicles. The conversion process works on a variety of makes and models so customers have a broad range of options. The most eye-catching option? The gull-wing door. It takes 25 seconds for the lift to expand or retract. AT Conversions' mission is to make wheelchair-accessible vehicles that people want to drive. It can customize a vehicle's passenger or driver side, and accommodate manual or powered chairs. Customers also have the option to keep the manufacturer's seats. Here's how the vehicles are converted.
When a vehicle arrives at the shop, it’s lifted 3 inches to accommodate a lowered floor, which allows the wheelchair to fit inside the vehicle. The original flooring of the vehicle is cut out and the frame is modified to make room for the newly lowered floor. Now an employee can install the lift pan and gull-wing door hinge while another modifies the door to fit the new configuration. Employees paint the new floor and the area near the door to match the rest of the vehicle. They install the hydraulic lift and wire everything to work with a remote control. The interior is put back together. The door is then attached and employees put the final touches on the vehicle. The entire process takes about six weeks.
The vehicles give people who use wheelchairs more freedom. Clint Lindemann, a quadriplegic, has a KZbin channel where he shows users the adaptive equipment he uses for hunting and fishing. His converted truck helps him get around more efficiently than a van.
Clint Lindemann: Since I’ve gotten this pickup, I’ve been able to do a lot more hunting and fishing. All my free time is spent driving around the outdoors of North Dakota, looking for deer and finding spots to set up bow stands and rifle hunts. The benefits, of course, of having a four-wheel-drive pickup in North Dakota is, by far, you can go anywhere pretty much. My van in the past was always breaking down. With the two-wheel drive in North Dakota, it was tough being around sometimes with it here, especially in the winter months.
Narrator: AT Conversions' vehicles start at $30,000.
For more visit: atconversions.com
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How One Company Makes Accessible Vehicles For People Who Use Wheelchairs

[@JustinY.]

Looks pretty damn expensive though

[@Calum...]

Just watched the meme insider video about you and I have a new appreciation

[@KrisPBacon]

Report every justin y comment as spam!

[@jaytrock3217]

About 30-35k. Honestly though that isn't that bad consider what you get and what a normal accessible van cost.

[@ATConversions]

Hi, Justin! We aim to keep our prices as low as possible, considering the immense detail involved in converting a vehicle.

[@смиренный-х2б]

It's called medical insurance. It's actually genius as long as the patients doctor can write out an order he needs it and if the policy is willing to fulfill it (they usually do if there's doctors orders).

[@Jayakumar]

all big vehicle manufacturers should make one model of suv like this for wheel chair people… if mass produced price will be much much lower i don’t think it’ll add more than $2000~$4000 compared to regular models if mass produced

[@stabletony]

Would be nice but majority of paralyzed people can't afford a used car let alone one that cost 32 grand more for this conversion. Dont get me wrong some can still work an such but the bigger % are mostly on disability income which isnt enough for monthly rent in most areas some simply can't find a job, some only knew physical labor, then you have the severe depression and so on. The few that have families support specially money are beyond lucky considering the amount of family members that try to make money off someone disabled in the family but these are just a few small details why corps don't do it. These converted trucks used are around 60 to 80 grand cheapest I've seen was 40k with 200k miles an cover rust.

[@BobMcCoy]

*_Tesla Model X Falcon Wing Doors wants to know your location_*

[@JakeobE]

It's stupid though how only the back doors are gull wing and not the front too on the model X

[@orangecayman520]

_Bob McCoy you mean Mercedes SLS AMG Gullwing doors want to know your location (also works with any Pagani or Delorean)

[@ricardomolina4605]

@@orangecayman520 That's so right Mercedes invented thus back in the 1950's. I swear people say the darnest things without doing any research. Hahahaha Tesla, like they invented the gullwing door. I don't think so.

[@JF-xh8tt]

The 300sl gullwing is on its way

[@evaristegalois6282]

These vehicles are all one step closer to becoming Transformers

[@ATConversions]

Ha ha 😉

[@Meonium]

A baby step

[@ulyssesubias2326]

These people are 1 step closer to becoming cyborgs

[@Izzy-iv7pq]

Peeps, be nice these are people who are changing lives.

[@inkbold8511]

$30k for a starting price per vehicle and that’s not including the vehicle. It’s crazy expensive.

[@yarinelperalta6428]

Ink Bold it’s a crazy amount of work

[@raybod1775]

Used ones will be much less expensive

[@lukestahl4113]

I work on a farm which required me to use a lift from a company to lift me into the equipment, brand new the lift costs 40k. I however was able to get a deal on a truck with the lift installed for half the price (lift and truck combined). The catch to the deal was it was already used but in excellent condition however they offered me the same warranty as if the lift were brand new. Im sure the company could get you a deal.

[@hyperpickle4277]

That's super cheap. 30k for such a modified car like this is a bargain. This has to include the salaries of workers over the 6 week period to modify the car and the car itself.

[@MP-ef6mc]

$30k really is not that bad, they are totally rebuilding a new truck.

[@julesmpc1314]

Goverments must provide tax examptions for these type of services ASAP!

[@SiimplyAxo]

Why?

[@knock904]

Especially for Vets.. would be appreciated

[@EBOLA_PATIENT_]

I saw a guy with a truck at a gun store come out of one of these, it was the coolest thing I’ve ever seen.

[@xxboonisbadfortnitexx1549]

Yea cool

[@xxboonisbadfortnitexx1549]

Nice

[@imperialguardsman5929]

Lmao imagine getting clapped by a dude in wheelchairs XD

[@codyjones7475]

I know this is expensive to say the least , but it's hard to put a price on getting to feel and be independent. Anything that you can do big or small to give you back that feeling is amazing. Maybe one day things le this will be more easily accessible.

[@TheOnlyHandsomeJack]

If only there was an economic system where there wouldn't be a price barrier for the end disabled consumer

[@rattlesnakeridgeresearch6144]

Consider the cost of having a driver. This can be the difference between being dependent on others and having pride and independence. Able drivers experience this daily and should consider what it would feel like to be denied this freedom. This is an expense most of us are not used to but maybe not so much after all.

[@hazelsimmons4487]

@@TheOnlyHandsomeJack that actually depends where you live, in some countries like the UK we can lease adapted vehicles so it makes it less expensive, or you can use the same money you used to to lease one to actually buy one.

[@starcherry6814]

Oh wow!! I didn't know that they did trucks too!!

[@arnemaeschaelck5012]

that's so cool right

[@xxboonisbadfortnitexx1549]

Yea

[@xxboonisbadfortnitexx1549]

Cool

[@mikedavis8026]

Imagine seeing these guys get into a road rage fight. You see this car pull up suicide door opens, wheel chair rolls out like "what's up"?

[@ricardomolina4605]

Gullwing door not suicide door. Suicide door opens from front to back. Don't be like Kanye West and call scissor doors suicide doors and get laughed at.

[@ruzzaruzza]

Seems like a hassle. This could surely be done cheaper than this. Also, why all US cars look like tanks?

[@huntsbychainsaw5986]

Compensating for feelings of inadequacy.

[@ATConversions]

Hey, Martin! We aim to keep our prices as low as possible, considering the immense work put into modifying the vehicle!

[@huntsbychainsaw5986]

@@ATConversions I agree, considering the amount and complexity of the modifications your making to the vehicle as well as the craftsmanship of your work your price is likely fair. Cheaper conversions are available but they are nothing like this.

[@psuk4472]

How is it a hassle?

[@alext7952]

Yeah being in a wheelchair is a hassle thanks captain obvious and it can be done for cheaper they were showing the higher end models they showed you the one that you just roll onto thats a bit cheaper and how do our vehicles look like tanks any more than an x5 bmw or Mercedes g-wagon i swear foreigners say that Americans are the ignorant ones

[@OriginalKKid]

Bye bye structural integrity

[@RandomProduction40]

Well someone said it

[@andrewchamp996]

yeah good point, if they crash they might become crippled...

[@OriginalKKid]

It would be like a car crashing into a closed garage... would not be pretty.

[@puckettonline]

These cars all have frames. Not unibody.

[@AlexandarHullRichter]

There are several vehicle types out there that didn't have b pillars in the first place (Toyota FJ Cruiser, Mazda RX8, e etc.). The doors are just made stronger to compensate for it.

[@medicaldoll5506]

People who need a wheelchair accessible vehicle WANT to drive or ride in anything, they don’t care how damn luxurious it is or what it looks like! Affordability is the only factor.

[@Tat2Dragons]

Medical Doll WRONG! 😆

[@BlackBullRising]

American ingenuity at it's finest. Great idea and great work!

[@xxboonisbadfortnitexx1549]

Yes

[@xxboonisbadfortnitexx1549]

10-4

[@GabySaysUsmell]

Sure wish I could afford something like that.. one day I guess.

[@jzk2020]

I have full use of my legs, but this is AWESOME. GREAT product that solves a REAL problem in the real world. Get listed on the exchange and raise capital to expand this across the globe.

[@graywoulf]

I saw one of these today for the first time. It was a Chevy Colorado pickup. Very impressive and innovative design for sure.

[@CyberWaifu]

Forget the wheelchair part, I want the doors!

[@ATConversions]

😂😂

[@mrquisqueyano01]

I was just think that, it would be great for tailgating lol

[@xxboonisbadfortnitexx1549]

@@mrquisqueyano01 yep

[@xxboonisbadfortnitexx1549]

Lol

[@Michael-tn5gx]

With all that flooring reconstructed surely it'll be weaker so if there was a crash it might cripple them?

[@Ozzie4Para]

There are two huge drawbacks to these types of accessible vehicles. One is the price. My friend has a full size GMC truck which cost him roughly $50K back in 2019. Then he spent another $30K getting the conversion done with the gold wing door. So he has $80K invested in a pick up truck that he can drive. Oh, the other drawback is the mechanical parts of these conversions are anything but reliable. My friend has been stranded multiple times no thanks to parts and pieces breaking down on the conversion aspect of his truck. Good Lord......

[@kenbearsley8322]

Brilliant. Should be a company like this here in New Zealand. Would help a lot of wheelchair bound people here as well

[@Deanna-z2s]

All Stores Please Lower the price of all Military and Local for all Brands of Disabled Products and Accessories and Production Cost Now That's too much $$ The Whole World Now 🙏🙏🙏

[@Deanna-z2s]

All Stores Please Lower the price of all Military and Local for all Brands of Disabled Products and Accessories and Production Cost Now That's too much $$ The World Now 🙏🙏🙏

[@Deanna-z2s]

All Stores Please Lower the price of all Military and Local for all Brands of Disabled Products and Accessories and Production Cost Now That's too much $$ The Whole World Now 🙏 🙏🙏

[@akshayprasad2079]

That's dope. I should make one for mum

[@lmfao77able]

More power to ya brother

[@garrettk4145]

I remember meeting a guy who had a Chevy 2500 with this and I didn't know he got it from this company

[@Dan-gj1hz]

Its a service serving a small but serious issue. Stop attacking them for their prices! 30k with 7 weeks of work and all the hydraulic equipment is NOT that much. This is a custom built vehicle, not a chop job.

[@emiliesmith9917]

Reverse Entry The thing is, disabled people are poor and denied employment or cannot work. Yet just a wheelchair, not even the vehicle, can be 40k on its own.

[@moneebkhan3744]

Bumblebee has left the chat

[@SanAntonioNewHomesForSale]

So I have to give up my other leg to buy this smh

[@HotspotsSoutheast]

Cool. This would also make a cool customization for just any vehicle. It would be very convenient to basically turn any vehicle into a mini van with side doors. Though that might make the frame less strong.

[@theotherside931]

*American? It surely won't be cheap. Has another country built it? Maybe China or Germany or Japan? They can give both good and cheap. America only knows expensive even before being good.*

[@bob15479]

What an ignorant over generalization

[@theotherside931]

@@bob15479 *Yup. Spoken like a true American. Before you speak, find out what your prices for virtually everything is and compare it with other developed countries.* *Even your healthcare is a rich people's business, while healthcare in places like Germany, Canada, UK etc are free.*

[@bob15479]

@@theotherside931 I didn't say there's no truth to it, I said it's an overgeneralization. Yes, Healthcare and University Education is stupid expensive. I'll admit our manufacturing often lacks quality for the price. Looks at Tesla, top-dollar cars with quality issues. But those things are just one part of the bigger picture. Our education is expensive but it is the best University Education system in the world. Cars, electronics, gasoline, homes are all cheaper than in Europe or Canada. China knows cheap but they don't know quality. Every seen a Chinese car? Germany knows quality but they don't know cheap. Ever seen a cheap BMW, Volkswagen, or Mercedes? German cars have great engineering but they are often less reliable and less long-lasting than, say, Ford. While Toyota produces long-lasting vehicles at a low price, they lack the technology and features of American and German cars. Countries have distinct strengths and weaknesses. They aren't sports teams to be blindly loyal to. If you were to build these wheelchair cars in Germany and ship them to the United Sates, they would be good quality but *extremely* expensive. I don't think America is perfect or anything but I'll call out an anti-American bigot when I see one.

[@theotherside931]

@@bob15479 *Your education system is the best? It's okay. I'm sure that line will make great comedy on the international stage.* *My friend is studying nursing in Texas. He has been trying to move over to UK. He said they are wasting his time by teaching him things he already knows - using standards below what he has seen in UK.* *Now, let me shock you. I'm a Nigerian. In Nigeria as we speak. I write things for people. Business proposals, school assignments and projects, thesis, movie scripts and I also do research.* *The things I get from people in UK to write for them are miles ahead in advancement compared to what I get fr their American counterparts.* *My friends brothers are in US. One is a doctor. His mom had some leg issues and when she went to US in 2017, cost of treatment was about $15,000. So they left it and came back. Went to a hospital in Lagos, Nigeria and they did it there for equivalent of $2000. Now she is recovering.* *You're free to say America is the best in this and that, it's allowable. We know all about America's brainwashing system from both the media and government to continue convincing you guys that things are the best in US.* *Coupled with your reputation to be the only developed country where as much as 65% of the population have never crossed the American border.* *I don't hate America. I'm a huge fan. I just separate reality from BS.*

[@ProjectX-y7h]

You should put on the start of your video this is for the rich and famous

[@mikegong4343]

Worker: we are finally done. Guy: how Much will it cost. Worker: $100000

[@ngsithemagicalpotato5797]

Imagine getting rear ended and the dude driving just rolls out the driver's seat with his wheel chair

[@supersanex_x]

Man, they should have those falcon wing doors on cars by default 👍

[@snowbeach7]

Amazing!! Bless the person who made it possible ❤️

[@canwereach100subscriberswi4]

Just use wood and let them ride at the back of the pick up truck...

[@AVC-Works]

I'd like to see these in a offset 40% crashtest

[@youngcheesetoast6970]

These guys deserve a Nobel peace prize for making these ppl lives easier

[@ATConversions]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@cuphead8159]

Yes but it's 30k dollars who tf kinda Cripples are they trying to sell to? Crippled Elon musk?

[@chardelraconner2166]

"Bach to the Scooter + $pricey $pricey" ©

[@Mytishchiball]

Why not improve public transport? Why make this expensive piece of garbage?

[@Courtney1992]

This video proves that paraplegics can do stuff

[@BiGjavi]

Looks expensive. 💰 But well worth it.. 👍

[@chrisellis1018]

0:46 I had that car 2015 Chevrolet traverse it was very nice and had room for the kids. I would recommend this car for this!

[@Dex99SS]

Just don't keep heavy items in the door pockets.... Truly is impressive though... 1 thing however... New Tahoe / Yukon / Silverado, etc... those are like $85K .... Not sure being handicapped just naturally comes with being rich as hell... sooooooo... you guys good to do this mod on a $2,000 03 Tahoe, that's more rust than metal? And good to do it on the cheap cheap? Maybe donate it? Because if not, I fear this is only for folks who can just blow over $100K cash money paper bills, and that's uhhh.. well... with hold ma beer 'Merica's natural way of being poor yet voting for the rich elite to become more rich and elite, already possessing more than 99% of the nations tangible wealth... with the rest literally splitting the crumbs of a sub 1% of the economy... well... what I'm getting at is the basic 'merican citizen, let alone a handicapped one that has had to deal with insane insurance premiums, pre-existing rule outs, lack of work, and a weekly income of less than $600... well... you know... not easy to just dump $100K plus on a pimp my ride like this. Not easy at all. . . And the folks that can afford it, well... they can probably just afford a freaking driver, live in staff, cooks, cleaners, etc.

[@JoeBidenIsNotMyPresident]

👏👏👏👏 Amazing feat of engineering and for a very good cause. People can complain about the price, but did you see what they had to do to make it work??? They totally remade a car with expensive heavy duty parts and 6 weeks of fabrication work. That's not cheap in itself.

[@coffeedogsandservicedoglaw9045]

Most wheelchair users have less than 1000 a month income. These cars are out of reach for 99% of wheelchair users. A few get help from programs, but we all know it can be done without spending 80k.

[@DeannaSpencer-dy1jl]

All Stores Please Lower the price of all Military & Local for all Brands of Disabled Products &: Accessories & Production Cost Now That's too much $$ The Whole World Now 🙏🙏🙏

[@DeannaSpencer-dy1jl]

All Stores Please Lower the price of all Military & Local for all Brands of Disabled Products & Accessories & Production Cost Now That's too much $$ The Whole World Now 🙏🙏🙏

[@crystalm4324]

Must be nice - who has money for that, I can’t even afford a good chair!!

[@Geo76er]

It's so frustrating.

[@Tat2Dragons]

Crystal M Well apparently a lot of people have money for these vehicles.

[@strangeroamer3219]

Well if people wanted to work for a low wage they would be working at McDonald's. This work takes time, skill and expensive material.

[@79dogface]

Whatever it takes. Maintaining independence is a great thing.

[@ceci13mel]

Can I do a reservation by calling there number and what number should that be can I'm need Uber WAV & I have a simple phone I can't manage a touch screen, right now on a desktop PC but what if I need a ride back & out in the community & don't have a PC I live in San Bernardino CA Please help!

[@RayMak]

So much more convenient

[@aayushpatel8304]

Ur everywhere

[@joseleonardoricardomilos3100]

Felicitaciones por el video informativo de esta obra de arte sobre ruedas. Gracias 🇨🇴. ♿

[@HuckThis1971]

How is the safety of these vehicles? Cutting out the b pillar and floor makes me cringe

[@4406bbldb]

Love their style. American vehicles for America.

[@saeed6811]

30K is fine compared to the ammount of work done. What is bad is that these units shouod be readily available from manufactures. Shame on manufacturers.

[@HOLYBLASPHEMER]

QUANTUM LOCKING MODULE ? ARE THE APPS AVAILABLE FOR DISTRESS OR CONFIRM THE MODULE IS LOCKED AND ITIATE THE IGNITION? TRANSFORMERS JUST DONT LET THE DECEPTICONS HACK YOU OUT ! JUST SAYEN DRIVE SAFELY 😁

[@charliecastillo6732]

$30,000 is way too much for that why not just buy a new van with that kind of money at least around $10,000 would be a good price for that system

[@smallbrain7849]

That is really cool.

[@MrDzawlik]

What if they crash? It looks like they dont have any seatbelts and wheelchair just stands on platform also there is no headrest so they can damage they neck.

[@ol_gunner13b40]

Ah t he rich handicapped folks. Gotta love 'em. Most can't even afford decent hand controls much less a used car that runs.

[@wilderrodriguez4750]

Muy bien gente discapacitada pero.con plata ,billete ricachones

[@huntsbychainsaw5986]

There used to be a little shop manufacturing these lifts in my home town. It's gone now.

[@ATConversions]

You must have encountered an ATC dealer! However, our corporate office manages nationwide accounts.

[@huntsbychainsaw5986]

@@ATConversions It was a shame to see them go. They really believed in the work they did.

[@blackstarghana]

I am a wheelchair user n driver 38 yrs long cars, but now I hv not more money for a car special for me as a wheelchair user

[@mattheweubanks6163]

Now that's what I call Pimp My Ride or Trick My Truck.

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

I can't work It out as I'm not scientist so I had to disable some features, who want to join? 😂

[@sc29045]

When i win the lottery, this is gon be my FIRST call 🤣🤣🤣 bet 🤣

[@josephl6289]

Y wood a guy in a wheelchair b driving a truck LOL BLM and Biden 4 lyf

[@juliusgoze1380]

It is just like that tow truck in monster truck movie

[@mariacristinaditterichrive4107]

Quieres comida fresca! Tal vez te dan lo que no se puede dar!

[@vilmabarboza1589]

Se eu tivesse condições financeiras, compraria uma para meu pai 👏👏

[@wilbur6089]

Hey everyone, this is you daily dose of internet

[@Michelle_Schu-blacka]

Firstly, what is someone confined to a wheelchair going to do with the back part of a pick-up thing?

[@strangeroamer3219]

Haul material. I'm not disabled but I honestly prefer a cargo van. You can keep your tools and material locked inside. In a pickup people can just go and take what you have on the bed.

[@kuldipjandu1313]

See hand control systems in Kuldip Jandu

[@Eugenepanels]

so what else do those poor people have to give up besides selling a kidney a arm to affrod this

[@Angel_Hearted50]

Personally $30, 000 for a conversion vehicle is truly sad.

[@therealestillest9991]

Suicide doors up!

[@davebarnes7074]

Do you do ford Raptor trucks for passenger in power wheelchair

[@cessealbeach]

Seen a cop pull a disabled man out of his chair from inside one of these custom vehicles after repeatedly telling the cop he was disabled, man ended up suing $$$, tax payers lost big. that video is no longer available

[@RealCptHammonds]

30k to mod your truck is cheaper than a wheelchair van.

[@ahmdeah3768]

Does America take care of the disabled please reply I need this answer

[@raybod1775]

I would do it if I ever need it.

[@Влад-с5м]

В нашей стране здоровые никому не нужны, а больные и подавно

[@ابومحمد-ض3ث1و]

An impractical car that is not suitable. Usually car parking is tight

[@davidfernandorw]

Wow cool inovation 😎👍😳

[@julianmuller766]

What modifications are made so that they can actually drive the car?

[@ysti6552]

To be 100% Good. The car seat should be one with the seat in the stroller. This way the patient from the wheelchair will not have to go to the car seat, since the car seat will also be the wheelchair seat. For people with a lot of problems Such a construction will be 100% Good.

[@anuditagupta9885]

I need a wheelchair compatible vehicle for use in India.

[@realhass]

why can't manufacture do this from factory?

[@auraveenley.8743]

Yes!❤.😮.

[@ewbydoo1591]

Shame majority of the people it's made for will never be able to even come close to thinking of affording it.. most struggle just to keep a roof over there head.

[@newtonwatkins413]

I love this work of art by tje engineers whomake these vehicles. Please explain how to operate them,for example the accelerator and brake. Thank you.

[@bigshopguy5961]

Any idea what the weight capacity is? My power chair is quite hefty and I'm a rather large guy myself.

[@thef150isstylish9]

Wow and the 2018 navigator shows the doors up as a concept...and now there making doors go up for disabled ppl

[@ninjacool2895]

I am wheelchair bound I have a wheelchair accessible van but I always wanted a wheelchair accessible Range Rover

[@JDFelda]

There’s a guy at my school who has had his Silverado with this modification for years now. Unfortunately the truck is painted with blue bed liner

[@jessemartinez6781]

$80k for a new lifted Sierra plus the conversion....thats a $120k truck :0

[@fordpowerstroke2849]

*LIL PUMP wants to know your location*

[@katieshealinggarden]

I just parked next to a truck like this with slide out....guy in wheel chair comes out and gets in! So awesome!

[@andresc5915]

That’s lit.