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Lewis Reed are renowned for their unique design solutions. Our research and development is ongoing, constantly looking at ways to improve the wheelchair users’ experience as a passenger and driver.

We have created the very finest wheelchair accessible vehicles on the market by adapting our designs to fit seamlessly into the original vehicle while providing enormous functionality and a pleasing appearance.

Access to our vehicles is by the side or rear.

Rear Panorama Lift

These lifts are lightweight, robust, and ergonomically designed, combining advanced engineering with proven reliability. Systems are tested up to 400 kg lifting capacity, offering confidence, safety, and long-term durability.

Available on

  • Mercedes V-Class
  • Mercedes Vito
  • Ford Tourneo Custom
  • VW Transporter Shuttle
  • Mercedes EQV

Rear Fiorella F-Twister Rear Lift

Fiorella lifts are easy to use. Whether with wireless or wired remote control, the operation is intuitive and error-proof, thanks to unique securing systems that prevent dangerous involuntary movements. Only Fiorella is equipped with an anti-crushing system on the arm.

Available on

  • Mercedes V-Class
  • Mercedes Vito
  • Ford Tourneo Custom
  • VW Transporter Shuttle
  • VW Multivan
  • Mercedes EQV

Rear TorSpring® ramp

Our innovative TorSpring® one piece ramp is lightweight, easy to use and rattle free.

They are designed to be wide and accommodate larger wheelchairs and taller wheelchair users.

The ramps offers you ample room to easily manoeuvre in and out of the vehicle.

Available on

  • Mercedes V-Class
  • Mercedes Vito
  • VW Transporter Shuttle
  • VW Multivan
  • VW Caddy Maxi AIR

The AMF K70 Side Lift

Side Lift

This is a wonderful lift, ultra slim and powerful.

The operation of the large lifting platform is smooth and easy to use suitable for most wheelchairs including large electric wheelchairs.

This lift is discreetly hidden under the side of the vehicle leaving the interior unchanged. Takes up to 300kg in weight.

Available on

  • Mercedes V-Class
  • Mercedes Vito
  • Mercedes EQV

Autolift Side Lift

The Autolift is a slim, powerful side-entry cassette lift, designed to deliver smooth, easy operation for everyday use.

Its large lifting platform provides stable access for a wide range of wheelchairs, including most electric wheelchairs. When not in use, the lift is neatly concealed beneath the vehicle, leaving the interior layout completely unchanged.

With a lifting capacity of up to 300 kg, the Autolift offers a practical, discreet solution for users who want side access without compromising space or comfort.

Available on the VW T7 Transporter Shuttle and Ford Custom only.

At Lewis Reed, we use lowering air suspension systems to make getting in and out of our vehicles easier and more comfortable. Vehicles can be lowered to create a shallower ramp angle for wheelchair users, improving access and ease of entry.

Available on

  • Ford Tourneo Custom
  • VW Transporter Shuttle

Raising and Lowering Air Suspension

At Lewis Reed, we use lowering air suspension systems to make getting in and out of our vehicles easier and more comfortable. Vehicles can be lowered to create a shallower ramp angle for wheelchair users, improving access and ease of entry.

Available on

  • Mercedes V-Class
  • Mercedes Vito
  • Ford Tourneo Custom
  • VW Transporter Shuttle

Electric step

Optional strong and non-slip aluminium grooved step can be fitted to the vehicle.
Max. load : 200 kg. Weight: 6.5 kg.

Ferry Mode

On the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Air, Ferry Mode is an optional feature within the air suspension system. At the touch of a button, the vehicle’s ride height can be increased to help prevent grounding on steep ramps, ferry access points, speed bumps, or uneven surfaces.

Once clear, the vehicle returns to its normal driving height. Ferry Mode provides added confidence in everyday driving while still allowing the Caddy to achieve a low, wheelchair-friendly ramp angle when parked

Front Flat Floor & Upfront Passenger Position

For wheelchair users who wish to travel in the front of the vehicle alongside the driver, we offer an engineered front flat floor system and dedicated upfront passenger wheelchair position.

The flat floor ensures the wheelchair is secured on a completely level surface, providing the correct seating angle, improved eye line and natural interaction within the cabin. This configuration also allows for a removable front passenger seat, which can be added or removed as required to suit changing travel needs.

Please note: A fully flat floor is not available on the VW Transporter T7; however, a front passenger wheelchair position is still available on this model.

Scuff plates

We have designed scuff plates to be added to the inside lower side panels of our vehicles if requested. This helps when the wheelchair accidently hots the side of the car as entering and moving around once inside

Automated entrance

We can arrange for most of our vehicles to have electric side sliding doors , electric tailgates and automatic lift or ramp. All are optional extras.

Flexi-seat®

The Flexi-seat® system on our VW Caddy 5 gives greater internal flexibility and allows the three seats in row 2 to fold up as a bench or be split into a 2 and 1 option allowing one seat to be used and two folded up, be removed totally.

This allows the wheelchair user to sit more forward in the vehicle.

Upfront seating system / Electric 6 way seat

Built into every Mercedes-Benz V-Class and Vito is our unique upfront seating system.

This configuration allows a wheelchair user to transfer into an electric 6-way seat to drive, or travel directly from their wheelchair, providing flexibility to suit individual needs and preferences.

Transfer to drive using an electric 6-way seat is also available on the Ford Custom and the VW Transporter Shuttle. However, driving directly from your wheelchair isn’t available on the VW Transporter Shuttle.

Grande Raised Roof

The Lewis Reed Grande conversion features a discreet raised roof designed to increase both entrance height and overall internal headroom. By re-engineering the upper structure, we create additional clearance at the rear entry point and within the wheelchair cabin, improving comfort for taller users and larger powered chairs.

When combined with our rear ramp and lowering suspension systems, the Grande provides smoother access and significantly improved interior space, without compromising exterior design.

Available on

  • Mercedes-Benz V-Class (XLWB)

  • Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle (LWB)

Sure-Fit 200®

The new Sure-Fit 200® is a comfortable wheelchair tie-down and occupant system we have designed and implemented into our larger vehicles.

This has been designed to combat difficulties when trying to get the wheelchair users seat belts to fit comfortably with a changing wheelchair size.

As you would expect from Lewis Reed, this system is discreetly installed to compliment the original vehicle and has been successfully tested to secure heavy wheelchairs weighing up to 200kg.

Available on

  • Mercedes V-Class
  • Mercedes Vito