Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Toyota Motor Sales USA and VMI Agree to Offer Wheelchair Accessible Sienna Minivans to Physically Challenged


Toyota Motor Sales USA and VMI Agree to Offer Wheelchair Accessible Sienna Minivans to Physically Challenged


PHOENIX, Sep 12, 2012  -- Executives with Toyota Motor Sales, USA and Vantage Mobility International (VMI), a leader in the manufacture and distribution of wheelchair accessible vehicles, have signed an agreement authorizing VMI to convert the top-selling Toyota Sienna into a wheelchair accessible minivan using the patented Northstar in-floor ramp system. The agreement was executed on August 23, 2012, in Torrance, California. VMI will begin accepting consumer orders for a limited number of the 2012-2013 model Toyota Sienna VMI Northstar minivan conversions through authorized VMI mobility dealers beginning October 1.
"We're pleased to have established a partnership with Toyota Motor Sales, USA," said Doug Eaton, president and CEO of VMI. "Toyota has earned a reputation for leading in customer loyalty, which is why our customers have wanted VMI to offer a Toyota Sienna for years. This agreement will give them the Toyota that they've dreamed about."

Toyota Mobility, a group within Toyota Motor Sales USA, is committed to providing solutions that serve the mobility needs of consumers to enhance their quality of life. Toyota began providing mobility solutions in 2001. This is the first time that Toyota and VMI have worked together.
"True to our brand promise, Toyota Mobility is focused on providing our customers with 'More Options, Less Compromise,' Therefore, we are very excited about the opportunity we now have with VMI as another conversion solution for the Toyota Sienna," said Mark Oldenburg, national fleet marketing, mobility and strategic planning manager. "We're also confident that our customers will be pleased once they see and experience the new Toyota Sienna with the VMI Northstar conversion."
Based in Arizona, VMI offers a full range of minivan and full-size van conversions for those in wheelchairs through a global network of dealers. For 25 years, VMI has been trusted for providing cutting-edge products, including full-size and minivan conversions, platform lifts, scooter and wheelchair lifts and transfer seats. VMI's Northstar conversion is the only in-floor ramp system currently available on all major minivan models through mobility dealers nationwide.
"VMI is pacing the build of Siennas at smaller quantities from previous product launches to ensure our commitment to quality," said Eaton. "Initially it will be harder to get one but you only get one chance to do a Toyota right."
As part of the program, Toyota Mobility will provide up to $1,000 in customer assistance to help offset the cost of any qualified adaptive equipment or conversion for drivers and/or passengers when installed on any eligible purchased or leased new Toyota.
About Toyota
Toyota TM +0.95% established operations in the United States in 1957 and currently operates 10 manufacturing plants, including one under construction. Toyota directly employs nearly 30,000 in the U.S. and its investment here is currently valued at more than $18 billion, including sales and manufacturing operations, research and development, financial services and design.
About Vantage Mobility International
VMI ( www.vantagemobility.com ) is a manufacturer of wheelchair accessible full-size and minivan conversions, as well as wheelchair lifts and transfer seats for the mobility industry. Their full line of products include domestic and import minivan conversions including the Honda Odyssey with Northstar in-floor ramp system, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country. VMI's mobility products enable consumers to travel with comfort, convenience and peace of mind. 
About Automotive Innovations, Inc.

Our goal for the past 25 and next 25+ years here at Automotive Innovations Bridgewater, MA, Massachusetts, is to provide our customers with access to the best sales, service and repair for all the leading wheelchair accessible mobility vehicles, hand controls and devices that can offer you greater freedom and independence. We are your New England adaptive dealer and offer a full line of VMI wheelchair accessible vans, or Vantage Mobility International products, and we have a team of Certified Mobility Consultants who are always ready to help you learn about the benefits and features of full sized handicap vans, new and used wheelchair vehicles, Ricon lifts, adaptive mobility equipment, and more.



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