Discover the New Ford Independence™ – Safety and Accessibility for Wheelchair Users

Experience unparalleled safety and accessibility with the New Ford Independence, designed to cater to the mobility needs of wheelchair and powerchair users. With its innovative features, the New Ford Independence ensures that every journey is marked by comfort, inclusivity, and safety.

Enhanced Wheelchair and Powerchair Access: The New Ford Independence revolutionizes mobility with improved access for wheelchair and powerchair users, offering a seamless travel experience. Our low-gradient EasyFold™ ramp exemplifies simplicity and efficiency, providing a lightweight solution that’s easy to manage.

State-of-the-Art Safety Features: At the heart of the New Ford Independence is our commitment to safety. The vehicle is equipped with top-tier wheelchair restraints and comprehensive lap and diagonal seatbelts for all passengers, ensuring peace of mind during every trip. The Easy-clean Safestep R12 flooring, complemented by LED channel lighting, not only enhances visibility but also guarantees durability and safety, making it a hallmark of the New Ford Independence’s design.

Comfort and Inclusivity in Design: Understanding the diverse needs and preferences of our users, the New Ford Independence offers various ISOFIX seating layouts. Its thoughtful design allows wheelchair users to travel comfortably alongside rear passengers on a completely flat floor, fostering a more inclusive environment. This innovative layout ensures that every passenger enjoys a comfortable and enjoyable ride.

Convenience at Your Fingertips: For those requiring additional assistance, the New Ford Independence includes an electric winch as a standard feature, further exemplifying our dedication to accessibility and ease of use.

Embark on your journey with the New Ford Independence, where safety, comfort, and accessibility converge to create the ultimate travel experience for wheelchair and powerchair users. Explore the new dimensions of independence and inclusivity with Ford’s latest innovation.

Download Brochure – 2024 Ford Independence™

Vehicle Features

The New Ford Independence, with its Titanium specification, is a game-changer in the Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) market, boasting an impressive array of features designed to enhance both the driving and passenger experience. This model sets a new standard with its array of Ford Independence Features, ensuring comfort, style, and functionality.

The exterior of the Ford Independence immediately catches the eye with its brand-new stylish front grille and 17” Carbonised Grey alloy wheels, embodying a blend of sophistication and modern design. These features not only elevate the vehicle’s appearance but also signal the premium quality and attention to detail Ford has invested in the Independence model.

Inside, the Ford Independence shines with an interior that far surpasses other WAVs in its category. The centerpiece is the high-quality 13” touch screen, offering unparalleled convenience and control. Whether it’s navigating with the factory-fitted Sat Nav or utilizing the reverse colour camera for effortless parking, the touch screen enhances the driving experience with its crisp display and intuitive interface.

Further enhancing the Ford Independence Specification are the advanced climate control features. Front and rear air conditioning, coupled with rear seat climate control, ensures that every journey is comfortable for the wheelchair user and all passengers, regardless of the weather conditions. This attention to comfort and adaptability is what sets the Ford Independence apart, making it an exemplary model in the WAV sector.

Overall, the New Ford Independence is not just a vehicle but a statement of freedom and independence, offering unmatched features and specifications that cater to the needs of both drivers and passengers. With its blend of style, comfort, and advanced technology, the Ford Independence is truly in a class of its own.

You can find the full list of Ford Independence™ features on page 19 of the below brochure.

Specifications

Ford Custom Independence™ Seating Layouts

The Ford Custom Independence™ revolutionizes accessibility and comfort with its innovative seating layout, meticulously crafted to meet the diverse needs of passengers. With a focus on optimizing the “Ford Custom Independence Seating Layout,” this vehicle stands out for its thoughtful design and versatility, especially for wheelchair users.

At the heart of its design, the Independence™ features a specially lowered floor, enhancing the interior space to accommodate extra headroom. This adjustment is particularly beneficial for taller individuals or those using a higher wheelchair or powerchair, ensuring a comfortable and spacious ride.

Furthermore, the Ford Custom Independence™ introduces additional seating options with its third-row tip and turn seats. These seats are not only equipped with a recline function but also feature supportive armrests, maximizing comfort for all passengers. This innovative seating arrangement provides unmatched flexibility, allowing for more occupants to travel comfortably even when a wheelchair user is not present.

This careful attention to the seating layout in the Ford Custom Independence™ ensures that every journey is comfortable, flexible, and inclusive, making it an ideal choice for families and caregivers looking for a vehicle that can adapt to their changing needs.

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Book a Test Drive

Choosing mobility vehicles may seem daunting. There is a wide choice of wheelchair accessible vehicles for sale and knowing which one is right is tricky. Sometimes there’s simply no substitute for seeing for yourself, particularly when it’s an important choice like a new wheelchair car.

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