GEM Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle
GEM Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle
The Only ADA Complaint Wheelchair Accessible Low-Speed Vehicle with Doors
GEM vehicles have led the low-speed electric vehicle revolution for more than 25 years, providing a smart way to travel in cities, campuses and communities on roads 35 mph or less. And now, the wheelchair-accessible GEM brings that uniquely safe and enjoyable ride to even more riders while delivering a lower cost and easy-to-own EV to operators.
Compliant Street Legal Low Speed Vehicle
Person Seating Including Wheelchair
Max Range Between Charges
Built For Accessibility & Safety
- ADA-compliant ramp, restraints, door height, non-slip surfaces
- Center-opening rear double doors for spacious loading and unloading
- Low speed and low stress ride of 25 mph
- Enjoyable views of your community on all four sides
- Zero tailpipe emissions for pollution-free loading and riding
- Quiet ride with no internal combustion engine
- Refined suspension with 6” of travel for a smooth ride
- Automotive-like acceleration and braking for safe street operation
- Turn signals, back up alarm, reverse camera, noise emitter for safety and braking for safe street operation
- Easy to lift self-locking ramp
- Secure wheelchair passengers in just 3 minutes with industry-standard restraint system
An Efficient & Seamless Add to Any Fleet
GEMs have seamlessly integrated into fleets for decades thanks to its easy-to-charge design, simple operations, minimal maintenance and low total cost of ownership.
- Low total cost of ownership at only $0.03 a mile to operate
- Flexible charging ranging from 110v to 220v outlets to public charging stations
- Maintenance free batteries to minimize service needs
- Zero internal combustion fuel or maintenance
- Zero tailpipe emissions to achieve sustainability initiatives
- Highly desirable ride experience for your passengers
- Easy to operate with modern EV controls
- Low speed = lower risk of accident
- Driver simply needs a driver’s license
The Ideal Choice for Local Transport
- Hospitals, Clinics & Medical Campuses
- Nursing Homes & Assisted Living Facilities
- Hotels, Resorts, & Entertainment Venues
- College & Corporate Campuses
- Planned Communities & Neighborhoods
- City Centers & Public Transportation
| KEY SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed | 25 mph (40 kmh) |
| Batteries | Maintenance-free Distance AGM or Li-Ion |
| Charger | AGM: Onboard 1 kW or Li-Ion: 4 Hour Fast Charger |
| Length x Width x Height | 167 in (424 cm) X 55.5 in (141 cm) X 76 in (193 cm) |
| Turning Radius | 220 in (559 cm) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut 5.6 in (14 cm) Travel |
| Rear Suspension | Independent Trailing Arm 6 in (15 cm) Travel |
| Wheels | Std 13 in DOT street-rated 155/80 R13, Optional 16 in Premium Wheels |
| Step Height | 15 in (38 cm) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg) |
| Bed Capacity / Options | 330 lbs (150 kg) / Trunk Back, S Box, S Bed w/ Sides |
| Doors, Heat, Fan, Defrost | Std w/ Rear Passenger Center Open Double Doors |
| Electronic Power Steering | Optional |
| Seating | Optional 2nd Row Seating and 3rd Row Seating with Flip Seats |
| Exterior Colors | White, Black, Arctic Frost, Tidal Blue |
Engineered in partnership with Driverge Vehicle Innovations
– Mark Minatel, chief production officer and president of Driverge Vehicle Innovations
FAQ
A wheelchair-accessible electric vehicle (EV) is a car, van, or SUV designed or modified to accommodate wheelchair users. These vehicles include ramps or lifts, spacious interiors, and other adaptive features to ensure accessibility and comfort for passengers with mobility challenges, all while being powered by electricity.
An ADA-compliant vehicle is one that meets the accessibility requirements established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure people with disabilities can use transportation services.
Our wheelchair-accessible EVs are equipped with a ramp to allow easy access for wheelchair users. The ramp is located at the side of the vehicle. Once inside, the wheelchair can be securely anchored using restraint systems.
Yes, several fully electric vans have been designed or can be modified for wheelchair accessibility. Our low-speed electric vehicles are specifically designed for local roadways to provide eco-friendly transportation with the added benefit of zero tailpipe emissions.
The driving range of a wheelchair-accessible electric vehicle depends on the model. The ADA-compliant GEM electric vehicle offers up to 86 miles of range on a single charge.
Charging times vary based on the vehicle, charger and battery. GEM vehicles are compatible with standard 110V outlets and public charging stations to provide flexible charging in a variety of settings. With our fast charger, the GEM wheelchair accessible vehicle can fully charge in four hours.
Wheelchair-accessible electric vehicles come with standard safety features including secure wheelchair restraint systems, lowered floors to ensure safety for wheelchair users. GEM vehicles come standard with several safety features including three-point seat belts, a backup camera, rearview and side mirrors, brake lights, turn signals and more. GEM low-speed electric vehicles are street-legal on most roads 35 mph or less and operate at a top speed of 25 mph to promote a safer environment for vehicles and pedestrians to coexist. The low-speed operation is ideal for navigating congested medical campuses, retirement communities and neighborhoods.
You can charge a GEM wheelchair-accessible electric vehicle at any public EV charging station, as well as with a standard 110V outlet. Public charging networks are expanding, making it more convenient to charge while traveling.
Electric vehicles generally have lower maintenance costs than traditional gasoline vehicles because they have fewer moving parts and don’t require oil changes. However, accessibility modifications, such as ramps, may require periodic servicing to ensure they remain in good working condition. GEM vehicles cost $0.03/mile to operate.*
*Based on average price of electricity in the U.S.
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