AM General subsidiary Mobility Ventures has announced that it has begun manufacturing the MV-1 at its Indiana facility.
Purpose-designed for wheelchair users, the MV-1 incorporates a wide-opening side door together with a ramp that deploys from beneath the floor. It was originally built by a company called Vehicle Production Group, but following the failure of the Florida-based venture AM General secured all assets six months ago.
Measuring 5,207 mm (17’ 1”) from bumper to bumper, the MV-1 is about an inch longer than a 2015 Cadillac Escalade. So while it’s not small, up to five passenger seats can be fitted and there’s plenty of cargo space too.
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Construction is traditional body-on-frame and (to UK eyes at least) the styling bears a resemblance to the recently-revealed Frazer-Nash Metrocab taxi for London. Technically things aren’t too advanced, as the rear suspension makes use of leaf springs and power comes from a Ford 4.6 litre V8 engine mated to a four-speed automatic transmission.
At least anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control both come as standard, plus for those wanting better fuel economy an optional factory-installed compressed natural gas system is available.
As well as individuals, other target markets include taxi operators, municipal bodies and private fleets needing universal-access vehicles that meet Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. So far, Mobility Ventures has appointed 55 dealers across the United States.
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Purpose-designed for wheelchair users, the MV-1 incorporates a wide-opening side door together with a ramp that deploys from beneath the floor. It was originally built by a company called Vehicle Production Group, but following the failure of the Florida-based venture AM General secured all assets six months ago.
Measuring 5,207 mm (17’ 1”) from bumper to bumper, the MV-1 is about an inch longer than a 2015 Cadillac Escalade. So while it’s not small, up to five passenger seats can be fitted and there’s plenty of cargo space too.
Construction is traditional body-on-frame and (to UK eyes at least) the styling bears a resemblance to the recently-revealed Frazer-Nash Metrocab taxi for London. Technically things aren’t too advanced, as the rear suspension makes use of leaf springs and power comes from a Ford 4.6 litre V8 engine mated to a four-speed automatic transmission.
At least anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control both come as standard, plus for those wanting better fuel economy an optional factory-installed compressed natural gas system is available.
As well as individuals, other target markets include taxi operators, municipal bodies and private fleets needing universal-access vehicles that meet Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. So far, Mobility Ventures has appointed 55 dealers across the United States.
Related post:
Frazer-Nash Metrocab unveiled in London
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