Mobility Ventures to Showcase Latest MV-1 Models at American Public Transportation Association EXPO 2014

SOUTH BEND, Ind., Oct. 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobility Ventures LLC, designer and manufacturer of the acclaimed MV-1 — the only American vehicle purpose-built and designed from the ground up in support of people who use wheelchairs — is proud to announce its attendance at the Annual Meeting and EXPO of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), Oct. 13 - 15, 2014, at the Hilton Americas & George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.

Mobility Ventures will be at Booth 1446 in Hall A of APTA's EXPO showcasing two models of the MV-1, the only purpose-built vehicle that meets or exceeds the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The 2014 MV-1 DX, as well as the newly introduced luxury model, the LX, will be available for attendees to explore during the EXPO.

"Our participation in the APTA Annual Meeting and EXPO is an important part of our commitment to providing a safe and affordable accessible option for public transportation," said John Walsh, Mobility Ventures Vice President for Sales and Marketing. "The American-made MV-1 is uniquely designed and manufactured to transport people who use wheelchairs. We look forward to showcasing what has made this vehicle the clear choice for dozens of accessible public transit systems operating hundreds of MV-1's across America."

MV-1s are designed with a focus on passenger safety, factory-built to rigorous specifications, tested and certified to meet government crashworthiness standards. Today, the MV-1 continues to be the safest wheelchair accessible vehicle on the market as demonstrated by the extensive crash testing the vehicle has undergone.  Because Mobility Ventures is the Original Equipment Manufacturer of the MV-1, the vehicle meets all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards direct from the factory with no modifications to include an ADA compliant side entry curb-side design. Additionally, the MV-1 is more durable and cost effective to own and operate than a traditional retrofitted van or bus. It is dedicated to transporting all passengers, with or without mobility challenges with dignity, making it the perfect solution for both consumer and commercial fleet services.

The MV-1 is also the only vehicle in its class available with a standard gasoline 4.6 liter engine or a factory-installed clean-burning Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuel option.  With its 290-mile range, the MV-1 CNG version contributes to the efforts to reduce American dependence on foreign oil and substantially reduces light-duty fleet emissions and costs, while at the same time dramatically increasing the quality of life for millions of Americans with physical disabilities. 

The American Public Transportation Association is the international organization for bus, rapid transit and commuter rail systems industry. The annual meeting brings together transit personnel, policymakers, government agencies, manufacturers and suppliers who are focused on current issues facing public transportation. 

Interested media should contact Jeff Adams at [email protected]

For more information on Mobility Ventures LLC and the MV-1, visit http://mv-1.us

About Mobility Ventures LLC  

Mobility Ventures, an AM General company, is an industry innovator in purpose-built paratransit vehicles for public and private transportation providing design, engineering, marketing, sales, and customer service support.  Please see more information about Mobility Ventures at www.mv-1.us

About AM General

AM General designs, engineers, manufactures, supplies and supports specialized vehicles for military and commercial customers worldwide. AM General has more than five decades of experience meeting the changing needs of the defense and automotive industries, supported by its employees at major facilities in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, and a strong supplier base that stretches across 43 states. Please see more information about AM General at www.amgeneral.com

MEDIA CONTACT: Jeff Adams – [email protected] and (703) 347-2276

SOURCE Mobility Ventures LLC