ADA-Compliant Ramp Access
Ramp access, restraints, door height, non-slip surfaces, and center-opening rear double doors support spacious loading and unloading for wheelchair passengers.
Wheelchair-Accessible Electric Vehicle
GEM WAV Wheelchair Accessible EV
ADA-compliant, street-legal electric mobility for local passenger transport.
The GEM WAV is an ADA-compliant wheelchair accessible low-speed electric vehicle with doors, built for local roads, campuses, communities, and transport operators.
It brings GEM's street-legal LSV platform to passengers who need wheelchair access, with ramp entry, secure restraints, center-opening rear double doors, and zero tailpipe emissions.
ADACompliant LSV
86 miMax range between charges
1-5Person seating including wheelchair
25 mphLow-speed vehicle top speed
Range, capacity, and operating performance vary by battery, payload, terrain, and use conditions.
Model overview
ADA-Compliant Local Transport Without a Van
The GEM WAV is built for urban mobility, paratransit, NEMT, vocational rehab, hospitals, medical campuses, assisted living, hospitality, campuses, planned communities, and city centers.
Its low-speed 25 mph operating profile, street-legal LSV equipment, quiet electric drivetrain, and accessible passenger layout give operators a lower-stress alternative to full-size vans for short local routes.
GEM WAV highlights
Accessibility, Safety, and Local Mobility
Secure Passenger Loading
The self-locking ramp and industry-standard restraint system help secure wheelchair passengers quickly, while the rear-view camera, reverse alarm, noise emitter, turn signals, and braking systems support safer local operation.
Built for Care and Campus Routes
The WAV fits hospitals, clinics, medical campuses, nursing homes, assisted living, hotels, resorts, entertainment venues, college campuses, corporate campuses, neighborhoods, and public transportation districts.
Battery and charging
Efficient Electric Fleet Operation
Low Operating Cost
GEM positions the WAV for low total cost of ownership, with electric operation at about $0.03 per mile based on average U.S. electricity pricing.
Flexible Charging
Charge from standard 110V outlets or compatible public charging stations. The available lithium-ion fast charger can fully charge the GEM WAV in approximately four hours.
Automotive-Like Warranty
GEM backs the WAV with a seven year / 30,000 mile limited battery warranty and a four year / 20,000 mile limited vehicle warranty.
Specs and dimensions
GEM WAV Specs
Dimensions167 x 55.5 x 76 in
Seating1-5 including wheelchair
Step height15 in
Gross vehicle weight3,000 lb
Turning radius220 in
Top speed25 mph
Cart Mart Support
Parts, service, diagnostics, accessibility equipment questions, battery support, and fleet-use guidance for GEM WAV owners and operators.
Common Needs
Ramp, restraint, door, non-slip surface, backup camera, reverse alarm, battery, charger, DOT tire, brake, suspension, and controller diagnostic support.
Fleet and Local Use
Support for NEMT providers, medical campuses, assisted living, hospitality, resorts, campuses, planned communities, city centers, and public transportation operators.
Find the Right GEM WAV for Your Operation
Tell Cart Mart about your passenger capacity, accessibility needs, local routes, charging plan, and fleet goals. Our team can help you evaluate GEM WAV configurations and next steps.
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