ATC Mobility joins NMEDA’s quality program for wheelchair-accessible SUVs and trucks

ATC Mobility has joined NMEDA as a Manufacturer Quality Assurance Program member after its Chevrolet Suburban conversion passed FMVSS crash testing and won NMEDA approval. The move expands dealer access to NMEDA-approved trucks and SUVs for wheelchair users seeking more mobility, towing, and premium features.

Why it matters: - ATC Mobility’s NMEDA membership gives wheelchair users and dealers a new source of NMEDA-approved trucks and SUVs. - The approval can help more customers access vehicles that may qualify for state and federal funding programs. - The company says the milestone expands options without sacrificing safety, capability, luxury or independence.

What happened: - ATC Mobility said June 23, 2026, that it has joined the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association as a Manufacturer Quality Assurance Program member. - The membership follows FMVSS crash testing and NMEDA approval of an ATC Mobility Chevrolet Suburban conversion. - The approval adds to ATC Mobility’s NMEDA-approved lineup of full-size pickup trucks and large SUVs.

The details: - The Chevrolet Suburban conversion completed frontal impact, side impact and rear offset crash evaluations. - ATC Mobility said the test results validate its patented frame-integrated conversion. - The conversion uses a reinforced gull-wing side door and reproduced B-pillar on the entry side. - ATC Mobility says those features maintain or exceed OEM structural strength. - The company said the SUV approval is uncommon in the mobility conversion market. - ATC Mobility designs and builds wheelchair-accessible truck and SUV conversions that preserve OEM safety, performance and drivability. - The company works with mobility dealers nationwide. - ATC Mobility also supports dealers with national marketing, customer lead generation and promotion of dealer inventory. - The company’s website is More information.

Between the lines: - NMEDA MQAP status functions as a quality signal for manufacturers whose modified vehicles undergo independent review of safety compliance data. - For dealers, the approval opens a product category that looks different from traditional accessible vans and may appeal to buyers who want four-wheel drive, towing capacity, higher road visibility and outdoor capability. - NMEDA said the ATC lineup gives dealers a new look to sell and distribute.

What’s next: - ATC Mobility plans to partner with dealers nationwide to expand access to the new vehicle options. - The company is positioning the MQAP membership to broaden its mobility network and reach more wheelchair users. - Dealers can use NMEDA’s network and standards to identify qualified mobility products and service partners.

The bottom line: - ATC Mobility’s NMEDA approval is a meaningful step for a niche market that wants more SUV and truck choices without giving up safety certification.