Wheelchair Accessible Taxi – 5 Seats Plus Wheelchair
Vehicle Overview
The Ford Independence RS (2019) is a professionally converted wheelchair‑accessible taxi designed to deliver safe, comfortable and inclusive transport for passengers across Beverley and East Yorkshire. With seating for 5 passengers plus 1 wheelchair user, it offers the perfect balance of space, practicality and reliability for everyday journeys, medical appointments, and accessible tourism.
Accessibility Features
Accessibility is at the heart of the Independence RS, making travel simple and stress‑free for wheelchair users and carers.
- Rear ramp access — low‑angle, non‑slip ramp for smooth boarding
- Central wheelchair position — excellent visibility and comfortable ride
- Professional restraint system — secure 4‑point tie‑downs with lap/shoulder belt
- High interior headroom — suitable for most manual and powered wheelchairs
- Quick loading/unloading — ideal for hospital visits, care appointments and daily travel
- Flat interior floor for easy movement and stability
- Wide rear entry for larger wheelchairs
Vehicle Dimensions
Useful for wheelchair users, carers and mobility professionals.
- Ramp length: approx. 120–140 cm
- Ramp width: approx. 70–75 cm
- Interior height: approx. 140–145 cm
- Wheelchair bay width: approx. 80–85 cm
- Maximum wheelchair weight: typically 250–300 kg
Ideal For
This taxi is perfect for:
- Hospital and medical appointments
- Family outings
- Shopping trips around Beverley
- Accessible tourism and day trips
- Care home transport
- Everyday local journeys
A friendly, reliable and fully accessible service for the Beverley and the surrounding area.
- Safe, secure wheelchair travel
- Comfortable for all passengers
- Reliable Ford engineering
- Professional WAV conversion
- Friendly local drivers
- Stress‑free journeys every time
