Wheelchair Accessible Minibus and Minibuses

For those in charge of hiring or buying an accessible minibus suitable for the safe and comfortable transport of wheelchair users, the responsibility for making the correct choice is enormous. With a growing number of rental firms now able to provide accessible minibuses, it is as important as ever to choose a company that understands the specific needs of wheelchair users, and those that support them.

Xcessabus, part of Burnt Tree Vehicle Rental, have a history of working closely with the care and welfare sector, local authorities and private companies to come up with accessible minibus solutions that are client-focused and responsive to user requirements.  For example, in response to feedback Xcessabus widened and lengthened some of their vehicle ramps to enable easier access; they can now boast some of the biggest ramps in the industry, capable of handling 350kg of load.

Burnt Tree,  who operate from 18 towns and cities across the country, and are already renowned for having one of the widest ranges of hire vehicles in the country, have expanded their fleet of accessible minibuses to over 175. Although they offer high-quality models from top car brands such as Volkswagen and Citroen, including coach-built vehicles based on Mercedes and Iveco chassis, Xcessabus remain independent, able to offer sound, unbiased advice on which accessible minibus would be best for your unique situation. They can provide vehicles for rent, contract hire or even for sale.

Accessible Minibus

Regardless of your final choice, safety is paramount in the accessible minibus industry, and you can be sure that Xcessabus takes that responsibility to heart. All of their vehicles are COIF (Certificate Of Initial Fitness) tested, where applicable. This is a strict safety test which applies to all public service vehicles with eight or more seats, registered prior to October 2010. Fire extinguishers and first aid kits are installed in each and every vehicle and to further contribute to a feeling of security, Xcessabus accessible vehicles and minibuses supplement Unwin floor tracking with cant rail anchorage, whereby wheelchairs are secured to the top of the vehicle. Access to the vehicles is provided by convenient tail lifts, and air conditioning is installed for superior levels of convenience and comfort.

Xcessabus also take their environmental responsibilities seriously; their accessible minibuses are designed to be fuel efficient and CO2 emissions are low.

Xcessabus maintain the reputation of quality customer service built up by Burnt Tree. Their friendly and experienced staff are able to suggest the most suitable accessible minibus for each situation, providing a demonstration where necessary. For congested towns and cities, there are accessible minibuses which successfully combine wheelchair capacity with a compact body, enabling manoeuvrability in small spaces. If driving space is less restricted, Xcessabus provide large coach-built accessible minibuses which can hold five or more wheelchairs; panoramic windows add increased visibility for a more pleasurable travelling experience. Other features, available in all buses, include reversing sensors, easy access side step, detachable rear seats, passenger lift spot light and an auxiliary heater.

Xcessabus focus on providing a quality service to their clients from the welfare sector. Although their vehicles receive scheduled maintenance and servicing, there is always the risk of unexpected problems on the motorway, potentially leaving vulnerable people stranded. With Xcessabus’s 24 hour breakdown service, customers can rest assured that this won’t be the case.