ATC Mobility Joins NMEDA, Bringing Wheelchair-Accessible Trucks and SUVs to the Network

What this milestone means for wheelchair users, mobility equipment dealers, and the future of accessible vehicles.

For wheelchair users who have always wanted a full-size truck or SUV, the kind of vehicle that can tow a trailer, handle a mountain road, or simply command the road the way they always have, the options have historically been limited. Until now.

ATC Mobility has officially joined the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) as a Manufacturer Quality Assurance Program (MQAP) member. This milestone validates years of engineering innovation and opens the door to a new category of wheelchair-accessible vehicles for consumers and NMEDA dealers alike. Read the full press release.

Getting to Know NMEDA

The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association, commonly known as NMEDA, is the national trade association representing the dealers, manufacturers, and allied health professionals who make adaptive mobility equipment possible across the United States and Canada. Founded in 1989, NMEDA sets the industry standard for safety, service, and professionalism in the adaptive mobility space.

NMEDA’s Manufacturer Quality Assurance Program (MQAP) is designed specifically for auto mobility manufacturers. Developed by NMEDA, the primary objective of MQAP is to assure that all modified vehicles and mobility equipment produced by NMEDA members are safe and reliable. This is achieved through independent review of motor vehicle safety standard compliance data, including crash test results for accessible vehicle manufacturers.

For mobility equipment installers and dealers, MQAP designation assures that the product being installed or sold meets applicable Federal and Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (F/CMVSS) and contains all the hardware and instructions necessary for proper installation. For end users, MQAP designation provides confidence that the vehicle or mobility product is safe, has been installed by, and will be serviced by manufacturer-certified technicians.

A Technical Breakthrough for the Mobility Industry

ATC’s path to NMEDA MQAP membership was not just a credentialing process. It was a genuine engineering achievement.

ATC Mobility’s Chevrolet Suburban conversion successfully completed all three major FMVSS crash evaluations, frontal impact, side impact, and rear offset, in a single vehicle. That is a feat very few mobility equipment manufacturers can claim. ATC’s patented frame-integrated conversion and reinforced gullwing side door maintain or exceed the original OEM structural strength on the entry side, meaning safety is never traded away for accessibility.

This NMEDA approval expands ATC’s lineup, which already includes NMEDA-approved full-size pickup truck conversions, to now include large SUVs like the Chevrolet Suburban.

No More Compromises

ATC builds vehicles that are not stripped-down utility alternatives. They are full-featured, full-capability trucks and SUVs that happen to be wheelchair accessible.

Four-wheel drive. For the trails, the snow, and anywhere the road gets rough.

Towing capacity. For the boat, the camper, or whatever you have always hauled.

Premium features. For the driver who does not want to give up what they love about their vehicle.

What This Means for NMEDA Dealers

For mobility equipment dealers in the NMEDA network, ATC’s MQAP membership introduces a genuinely new product category. Traditional accessible vehicle options have long centered on minivans and sedans. ATC gives NMEDA dealers the ability to serve a customer base that has been underserved for years: truck and SUV enthusiasts who use wheelchairs and want a vehicle that fits their life, not just their disability.

ATC also supports its NMEDA dealer network with national marketing initiatives, customer lead generation, and inventory promotion, helping connect wheelchair users with the right mobility solution for their individual needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NMEDA MQAP accreditation?

NMEDA MQAP stands for Manufacturer Quality Assurance Program, a certification developed by the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association. It requires mobility equipment manufacturers to submit independent compliance data, including federal crash test results, to verify that their vehicle conversions meet applicable safety standards. For consumers, MQAP certification means the vehicle has been rigorously vetted and is eligible for many state and federal mobility funding programs.

How do I find an NMEDA dealer near me?

Use the NMEDA dealer locator to find a QAP-accredited dealer in your area.

What vehicles does ATC Mobility offer?

ATC Mobility designs and builds wheelchair-accessible conversions of full-size pickup trucks and large SUVs, including the NMEDA-approved Chevrolet Suburban. Their vehicles are built to preserve OEM safety, performance, and drivability while providing full wheelchair accessibility. Learn more at atcmobility.com.