BraunAbility Customer Stories and Reviews

Changing Lives Through Mobility

BraunAbility Customer Stories and Testimonials

“BraunAbility is a good company that has been doing this for quite a long time and it's a reliable vehicle that allows you to go where you need to go.”

Real Stories from the BraunAbility Community

At BraunAbility, mobility is more than a product; it’s a pathway to confidence and connection. Our founder, Ralph Braun, founded this company based on his own need for independence, and his vision lives on in every story shared. These are real experiences from real customers representing the over one million lives changed through BraunAbility.

Dave Hebert, from New York

I’m in and out of homes and hospitals five to seven times a day. Having a vehicle that’s more efficient gives me a lot more confidence using it.

Dave Hebert, from New York Read More

Sam Scribner, from Florida

The level of thought and care that goes into these vehicles speaks volumes. I would recommend anyone to consider a BraunAbility vehicle.

Sam Scribner, from Florida Read More

Adam Reininger, from California

For a parent, and a caregiver, it totally changes my world and my life too because now I don't have to struggle.

Adam Reininger, from California Read More

Share Your Experience

Have a BraunAbility story to share? We’d love to hear it. For nearly 55 years, our customers have been at the heart of everything we do. If a BraunAbility product has made a difference in your life, your experience could inspire someone else who’s ready to start their journey. Submit your story to productspecialist@braunability.com.

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BraunAbility’s Turny Evo Seat Brings Independence for Family

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, BraunAbility donated four Turny Evo seats to help families who had a child affected by cerebral palsy. Read on to learn about the Willis family and their daughter Kennedy.

BraunAbility Toyota Sienna Hybrid Van Gives Tracie Ridgeway Hope

Tracie Ridgeway is the owner of a BraunAbility Toyota Sienna Hybrid van, which she passionately refers to as ‘Hope’. For Tracie, ‘Hope’ is more than just a mode of transportation.; her wheelchair accessible vehicle represents freedom.

Wheelchair Accessible Chevy Traverse SUV

A BraunAbility Traverse Made to Both Blend in and Stand Out

Dale Helton drives a 2023 BraunAbility Chevrolet Traverse with camouflage accents. An avid outdoorsman, Dale’s love of hunting and fishing can be seen on his custom wheelchair and his BraunAbility accessible SUV. "It's not just [a vehicle] …it’s a lifeline.”

A Cross Country Road Trip in a Wheelchair Accessible SUV

Ready to go 9,146 miles across the country and visit 27 states in 33 days? That's exactly what BraunAbility customer, Henry Eichner, did in his 2021 BraunAbility Chevrolet Traverse.

Lawson Sizemore’s Limited-Edition BraunAbility Wheelchair Van

Lawson Sizemore’s Dream Wheelchair Van

It was love at first sight for Lawson Sizemore when he saw the limited edition 50th-anniversary BraunAbility Entervan. Now he's discovering a whole new world of independence.

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A BraunAbility Toyota Sienna Hybrid Gives a Family Freedom

A family found freedom for their son and their loved ones after purchasing a Toyota Sienna Hybrid wheelchair van. "[It] allows other people and us the freedom to go..."

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Cancer Survivor Finds Freedom in a Toyota Sienna Wheelchair Van

On her road to recovery, Barbara Hale rediscovered mobility freedom and her confidence thanks to her BraunAbility Toyota Sienna wheelchair van.

Cory Lee's Toyota Sienna Hybrid Wheelchair Van

Cory Lee has tried his fair share of wheelchair accessible vans. Learn why he's fallen in love with his BraunAbility Toyota Sienna Hybrid and how it compares to previous rides.

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Adaptive Driving with Ryan Hudson-Peralta

Hudson-Peralta uses his power wheelchair and his BraunAbility Chevrolet Traverse to keep up with his nonstop lifestyle, but the road to adaptive driving wasn't always easy.

Changing Lives With a Wheelchair Accessible NEMT Business

Monica and Jasmine stated a reliable NEMT business with their fleet of BraunAbility Dodge Grand Caravans. "All of our vehicles are BraunAbility... [it] is like a household staple."

Disney World in a BraunAbility Toyota Wheelchair Van

"When we first got it, it was early on, so we were grateful for it, but we didn't see how much we needed it until later. We were grateful to have it looking forward to the future."

Turny Evo Transfer Seat Helps a Community

"It's not just Christopher that has used the seating system, but also people in the community that needed support... We were able to do that with the [Turny Evo] seating system."

Eric LeGrand's Chrysler Pacifica Wheelchair Van

Today, LeGrand is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker. He keeps up with his busy lifestyle thanks to his power wheelchair and his BraunAbility Chrysler Pacifica.

Gabi's Wheelchair Van & Service Dogs

Gabi Johnson felt the stars aligned when she found her BraunAbility Honda Odyssey wheelchair van. With ample space for her two service dogs, Johnson is loving her independence.

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The Meaning of A Wheelchair Van

Now in his second BraunAbility Chrysler wheelchair van, Derrick Rice enjoys the simplicity and independence of driving from his wheelchair, no matter the time.

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Burnie Blackmon’s Journey to Mobility Independence

A BraunAbility team member, Burnie Blackmon was close friends with our late founder, Ralph Braun. Today, he works in BraunAbility’s Customer Experience Group, helping customers find mobility independence.

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Retired Teacher Finds Freedom in a BraunAbility Wheelchair Van

Lynn Will taught elementary aged students at a local Pennsylvania school for 25 years. Will was diagnosed with Charcot Marie Tooth disease (CMT) at 16. As her mobility has changed, she’s relied on BraunAbility vehicles for over a decade.

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A Life Dedicated to Driving Possibility for People with Disabilities

Paul Erway understands the importance of finding accessible transportation. He has not only helped hundreds of people find accessible vehicles, but he also drives one- a BraunAbility Chevrolet Traverse.

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World Record Holder Drives a BraunAbility Wheelchair Van

A world record holder and founder of the nonprofit, I Got Legs, Adam Gorlitsky, drives a BraunAbility Dodge Grand Caravan. Although, he didn’t always see himself driving a wheelchair accessible vehicle, Gorlitsky has spent most of his life as a wheelchair user.

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Good People, Good Products: Why Ben Trockman Believes in BraunAbility

A disability advocate, spokesperson, and city councilman, Ben Trockman frequently travels for work, but he wasn't always driving a BraunAbility Chrysler Pacifica.

The Life-Changing Impact of a BraunAbility SUV 

Bernadette “Berns” Scarduzio is the proud owner of a BraunAbility Chevrolet Traverse, a vehicle which has had a significant impact on her life- not just providing her with transportation but allowing her to find freedom and independence.

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Police Officer, U.S. Army Veteran Gets Wheelchair Van for Son

A police officer and U.S. Army veteran, Amy Parker-Stayton is used to helping others, but when she needed a wheelchair accessible vehicle for her son, Christian, she knew it was her time to call on others.

Wheelchair Accessible Toyota Sienna Hybrid with a Personal Touch

The Lazo family's loyalty to BraunAbility began in an unexpected way—during a hailstorm in Denton, Texas. Today, they have a wheelchair accessible Toyota Sienna named after a BraunAbility product specialist.

Car Enthusiast Shows BraunAbility Vehicle at Car Shows

Lee Helmer, a car show enthusiast, showcases his trophy-collecting wheelchair accessible SUV, proving that accessible vehicles extend beyond vans.

A BraunAbility Customer's Personal Connection to Ralph Braun

José Flores’ connection to BraunAbility goes beyond the practical benefits of his BraunAbility Chrysler Pacifica. He shares a personal connection to BraunAbility’s founder, Ralph Braun.

Interabled Couple's Road to Mobility Independence

Katarina and Sam met through a shared love of travel, converting vehicles for their adventures. Now, the couple resides in Florida, and a new vehicle sits in their driveway — a BraunAbility Chrysler Pacifica.

Viral Costume Brings Taylor Swift Fan to Eras Tour in a BraunAbility Van

Henry Hinson's Taylor Swift-themed Halloween costume turned into a road trip in the family's BraunAbility Chrysler Pacifica to one of the final Eras Tour shows.

Turny Evo and Chair Topper Give Montana Man Freedom

The BraunAbility Turny Evo and Chair Topper transformed Mike Tiffany's life, restoring his independence and mobility after amputation.

Deserving Family Receives a Wheelchair Van on the Kelly Clarkson Show

Bella Arrue, who lives with cerebral palsy, received a BraunAbility Chrysler Pacifica with the help of Jay Leno on the Kelly Clarkson show.

Independence and adaptation with a Honda Odyssey

Terry Crull began using a wheelchair as a child, but it wasn’t until recently—a few years into retirement—that she was able to get a wheelchair accessible Honda Odyssey

Veteran Donates Wheelchair Van to Fellow Veteran

Two Veterans who had never met proved the "no soldier left behind" mantra when Bert Francoeur met Charles Greenwald, a fellow Veteran who donated his previous BraunAbility Toyota Sienna to Francoeur.

Everyday Life with a Wheelchair Van: Dawn Crawford's Story

A BraunAbility Toyota Sienna Hybrid gives Dawn Crawford the independence to enjoy her passions: pickleball, mentorship, and travel.

Veteran Dedicates His Life to Supporting Fellow Injured Veterans

Injured in Iraq , Mike DeLancey stays active running a nonprofit for injured Veterans, thanks to the mobility freedom his BraunAbility vehicles provide.

How One Tennessee Business is Redefining What It Means to Make Transportation Accessible

"I started Able & Ready Transportation because I got sick and tired of people not being able to go where they needed to go and do what they needed to do.”

Former Paralympic Coach Drives BraunAbility Toyota Sienna Hybrid

Living much of his life as a wheelchair user, former Team USA wheelchair rugby coach James Gumbert drives an accessible Toyota Sienna.

A 5,000-Mile Test Drive: One Driver’s First Look at the Next Generation Traverse

Dave Hebert took part in testing the next-generation BraunAbility Traverse before it became available to the public. Over the course of 5,000 miles, he put the vehicle through real-world use