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LIFE IS A MOVING EXPERIENCE ®
Anywhere is Possible.
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE VEHICLES
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“My van is “Without the van, it’s virtually
impossible for me to travel,”
says Greg Winterbottom.
The 64-year-old lives in Orange
County, California, and is now
a lifeline.” driving his fourth BraunAbility
wheelchair van, each of which
has allowed him to live and
work independently in metro
Los Angeles.
– Greg Winterbottom
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STEP ONE: CHOOSE YOUR VEHICLE MAKE
Offering the most variety to fit your needs.
CHRYSLER DODGE
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and cabin space of any accessible minivan on the market. the dependable workhorse of our product lineup.
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Personal mobility is a huge contributor to your quality of life—and it makes a
tremendous impact on the lives of your friends and family too. If you’re over-
whelmed by the choices ahead of you, don’t be. We’ve got the information
you need to help narrow down your decision before you visit your nearest
BraunAbility dealer for a closer look.
Most choice!
braunability.com
BRAUNABILITY MXV
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chair accessible SUV is a bold new take on mobility.
Wheelchair Vans I Wheelchair SUV I Wheelchair Lifts I Commercial Vehicles I Accessible Taxis
TOYOTA HONDA
Known for its sleek style and quality performance, Bold lines and dramatic styling give a brand
the Toyota Sienna is a nationwide favorite. new look to this popular, reliable minivan.
freedom to choose YOU’RE IN CHARGE
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STEP TWO: CHOOSE REAR- OR SIDE-ENTRY
SIDE-ENTRY VAN REAR-ENTRY VAN*
So what stands out with a side-entry vehicle? A lot! First For many individuals and families, the rear-entry option
of all, you’ll love the maneuverability. In a side-entry is the ideal blend of convenience and practicality. The
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more room for a wheelchair user to navigate. GRQRWQHHGWRULGHLQWKHʳUVWURZSRVLWLRQ
The front seats can be removed as well, allowing a Because only the rear portion of the vehicle is lowered,
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*Not available on MXV
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STEP THREE: INFLOOR OR FOLDOUT FOR SIDE-ENTRY
FOLDOUT RAMP* INFLOOR RAMP*
The lightweight, aluminum ramp extends to allow easy $QLQʴRRUUDPSH[WHQGVDQGUHWUDFWVVPRRWKO\WRDOORZ
access to the interior for wheelchairs and scooters. A easy access to the interior for wheelchairs and scooters.
GXUDEOHQRQVNLGSRZGHUFRDWHGʳQLVKHQVXUHVVXSHULRU With a smooth transition plate and easy ramp angle,
traction, and the slotted surface helps to prevent your entry and exit are simple. A durable, non-skid powder-
chair from carrying debris into your van. In the event of FRDWHGʳQLVKHQVXUHVVXSHULRUWUDFWLRQDQGWKHVORWWHG
power failure, the ramp can be operated manually. surface helps prevent your chair from tracking in debris.
*Not available on MXV
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concealed, so the interior is spacious and clear.
*Not available on Honda or rear-entry products
The design of the rear-entry
vehicle makes it ideal for a
foldout ramp, which is easy
to use and easy to maintain.
Find your perfect fit. 7
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STEP FOUR: UNDERSTAND THE FEATURES
Removable Seating Keyless Remote Rear Cargo Area
For those who desire to ride up front or even Both the automatic ramp and kneeling BraunAbility side-entry options maintain
drive from their wheelchair, BraunAbility makes systems are integrated into the original ample rear cargo space behind the rear
it easy. Simply unlock the seat base and roll the vehicle’s keyless remote for convenience bench seat.
entire seat out. The seats can be reinstalled at the push of a button.
into the vehicle just as easily when needed.
vs.
Manual Ramp Automatic Ramp and Kneel Lighted Ramp
$PDQXDOUDPSLVRʲHUHGRQVRPHYDQV With the automatic ramp option, the van’s door ,QʴRRUUDPSVRʲHUDQ/('OLJKWVWULSWKDW
and is ideal for a wheelchair user who will and ramp are operated with a key fob remote illuminates the path ahead when the ramp
always travel with a companion who can control. Simply press a button and the door is deployed.
raise and lower the ramp easily. opens, the ramp deploys, and the van kneels.
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STEP FIVE: FIND YOUR DEALER
More online: braunability.com DEALER NETWORK AND SERVICE
The BraunAbility dealer network covers the entire United States and
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you select the best mobility solution for your needs.
Thanks to our nationwide dealer network, wherever you live or
travel, BraunAbility is there too. Our dealers are mobility experts,
providing in-depth mobility consultations to guarantee that you have
the right mobility solution for your needs.
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easier—ask your dealer about low Our dealers also provide dependable service support, whether
rates through BraunAbility Finance! you’re in need of regular maintenance or 24/7 emergency assistance.
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“My dealer is like family to me.
They’ve been there for me no
Janis Kaiser credits her local
BraunAbility dealer with rein-
troducing her to independence
matter what I need, no matter
after her multiple sclerosis
diagnosis. Now she uses her
newfound mobility to patrol
her neighborhood for vehicles
what time of day.”
that violate local accessible
parking space laws. –Janis Kaiser
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“Disability doesn’t
care where you live,
and neither should
mobility.” –Ralph Braun
RALPH
BRAUN
The father of the mobility movement.
OUR FOUNDER RALPH BRAUN (1940-2013)
The story of BraunAbility begins with our GULYHLQGHSHQGHQWO\IRUWKHʳUVWWLPHLQKLVOLIH Five lessons from Ralph
founder, Ralph Braun. Diagnosed with spinal Ralph quickly discovered that others just like him
muscular atrophy and unable to walk by the were hungry for that same independence. With 1.3XWWKHFXVWRPHUʳUVW
DJHRIKHZDVGHWHUPLQHGWRʳQGDEHWWHU just a handful of employees and despite over-
2. No excuses.
way to stay mobile than being pushed in a whelming odds, Ralph started his business, and
manual chair and carried in and out of vehicles. a new industry emerged. 3. Surround yourself with good people.
+HVWDUWHGE\LQYHQWLQJWKHZRUOGɹVʳUVWHOHFWULF Over the past four decades, BraunAbility prod- 4. Never stop improving.
scooter, which he called the Tri-Wheeler. From ucts have revolutionized what independence 5. Believe in your God-given ability.
WKHUHKHGHVLJQHGWKHZRUOGɹVʳUVWZKHHOFKDLU means to wheelchair users. Today BraunAbility
lift and steering controls, allowing him to has over 1,000 employees, all working to grow
mobility across the world.
12BraunAbility has one mission:
TO MAKE THE WORLD ACCESSIBLE
Global Awareness Wheelchair Vehicles Wheelchair Lifts Accessible Taxis
With an employee and dealer %UDXQ$ELOLW\RʲHUVWKHZLGHVW Whether for personal-use We believe wheelchair users
base stretching across the selection and lineup of mobility vehicles, buses, paratransit deserve the same conveniences
globe, we have a clear mobility vehicles for both the consumer vehicles or motorcoaches, as the rest of the population.
mission—to make the world and the commercial industry. BraunAbility builds wheelchair That’s why BraunAbility is
accessible! lifts that provide mobility an established provider of
worldwide. accessible taxis.
13“We looked at all kinds of
vehicles, all kinds of options,
and selected BraunAbility.
It was just an obviously
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winning company.” –Rosemarie RossettiFollowing her spinal cord
injury in 1999, Rosemarie
Rossetti has found her
calling as a motivational
speaker and advocate
for universal design and
accessibility.
15Mobility dealer service technicians would purchase a BraunAbility
vehicle for a family member 8:1 over the competition.*
FREE TO BE ANYWHERE YOU WANT BraunAbility goes further than any other mobility
provider to give you a ride that’s reliable, comfortable
and enjoyable. You deserve it.
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*2016 Martec Dealer Service Technician StudyYour comfort and safety is our priority.
BUILT TO TRUST WITH THE HIGHEST STANDARD IN QUALITY AND SAFETY
Quiet Drive® Quality-Built Impact-Tested
Quiet Drive® is a groundbreaking BraunAbility wheelchair vans are built on BraunAbility products are engineered to
QRLVHUHGXFWLRQWHFKQRORJ\RʲHUHG a state-of-the art assembly line, ensuring the highest standards. We invest in
exclusively on BraunAbility wheel- consistent quality you can rely on to get you industry-leading safety testing that often
chair vans. Quiet Drive® reduces where you need to go, day in and day out. exceeds government safety standards.
noise for a more enjoyable driv-
ing experience by using advanced
acoustic techniques to identify and
then block noise from entering the
vehicle cabin—up to a 25% overall
reduction in wheelchair van noise.
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“This vehicle is about
more than freedom, it’s
more than independence.
It’s about connection.” –Abigail Carter
Affording your freedom is within reach.
BRAUNABILITY OFFERS FINANCING PROGRAMS TO GET YOU GOING
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18Abigail Carter’s smile and
enthusiasm for life are
infectious, and her role as
Director of the Lexington
Rescue Mission puts her in
the perfect position to make
a positive impact on lives
every day.
Get connected:
800.488.0359 braunability.com
19800.488.0359 braunability.com j%UDXQ$ELOLW\$OOULJKWVUHVHUYHG$OOLOOXVWUDWLRQVGHVFULSWLRQVDQGVSHFLʳFDWLRQVLQWKLVEURFKXUHDUHEDVHGRQWKHODWHVWSURGXFW information at the time of publication. The Braun Corporation reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice. #37613
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