Car Adaptations
Car adaptations, which can also be referred to as vehicle adaptations, are simple to use devices that are designed to fit on a vehicle that provides a versatile option for travel. These adaptations are designed to improve the quality of life for some people on their car journeys. These car adaptations are essential to both the driver and passenger. Each individual has unique needs and specifications when it comes down to car adaptations. When an individual gets to understand their needs, it enables you to have comfort while using their car. These needs range from loading and stowing a wheelchair, assistance with steering or even easy accessibility when getting in and out of a car.
Roof Stowage System
A roof stowage system is a system that (as the name suggests) stores items on the roof of your car. There are two main types of roof stowage systems that can be used for storing a wheelchair or act as an aid in the lifting or lowering of the wheelchair. These two main types of roof stowage systems are the chair topper and the roof spider.
Chair Topper
The chair topper usually drops a folding wheelchair that is manual, to either side of the car. However, it has to be set up to drop it to one side at a given time. The chair topper can be operated in spaces that are either small or large. This offers a great option when you are parking in a spot that is tight such as a narrow car park space.
Roof Spider
A roof spider is simply a box that is waterproof and is located on the top of a car where it is used to store a wheelchair. This particular roof stowage system can lift the wheelchair up and down in a fashion that is spider-like. After use, the wheelchair is folded back and placed into the box at the top of a car. From any side of the car, the wheelchair can be taken and is usually operated by the use of remote control.
Wheelchair Conversions
These are a wide range of options that are made on a car to make it easily accessible and secure when stowing it. They include;
Boot Hoist
This is an option for storing wheelchairs. It helps lift a wheelchair into the boot of a car. It works through the use of a button and it then takes the weight of the wheelchair and directs it to the boot of the car.
Person Lift
This is a great option for all wheelchair users. You are able to access your car with the help of an electric person hoist that lifts you into a car or another transfer plate located on the side of a car seat. This offers a surface for transfer that is smooth and located between the wheelchair and the seat of the car.
Car adaptations such as the roof stowage system and other car conversions help in making an individual’s life easier. These car adaptations are usually designed to fit an individual’s personal needs and specifications. It is important for you to first understand your needs before looking for any car adaptation feature.
If you would like further information on our roof stowage systems then please get in contact with us on 01525 850588. Alternatively, you can contact us via our contact form.
Recently had my fourth vehicle adapted by Paul At Pb Conversions.always does a first class job and with first class service & always easy to deal with. Thanks for the great service Paul from you and your crew over the years.
Kiran was very helpful today explaining some of the issues I had with my hoist, and how to avoid them from happening again.
Dealt with the adaptations for my son's new motability vehicle - very friendly, efficient and helpful. Really pleased.
Very helpful and knowledgeable engineer, fast and efficient service
Thank you so much for all your advice, help and very professional job on adapting our car. Without your advice I would never have known to apply for a grant. You were excellent, thank again.
Due to my husband's condition we need a car with adaptions, we were advised by his paraplegic group to visit and this place is the best. Felt so relaxed talking about what we needed, all the staff were so friendly and so well informed, going above and beyond, especially Paul Berridge. I fully recommend this business. Honest and reliable. Thank you.
Staff are super super friendly, helpful, extremely informative and really nothing Paul & Co can’t do to any vehicle. PERFECTION is their middle name! Thank you so much for your outstanding service to me over the years and I look forward to using your company all my driving life.
Excellent work done on our car and very professional company. Great customer service and prompt response to emails.
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