Spartan Motors Chassis introduced a new non-emergency ambulance transport (NEAT), a low-cost transport vehicle designed for transporting patients who are not in critical condition.

Spartan developed the NEAT using a Ford Transit Connect. Features include dual sliding doors, low-vehicle height, and a 2.0 Duratec I-4 engine and four-speed automatic transmission. The NEAT provides up to 25 mpg on the highway.

The NEAT also includes a fully functional attendant seat with safety harness/seatbelt, gurney locking system for travel mode, oxygen bottle storage and delivery system (all of which will be FMVSS/KKK compliant), suction system, Sharps container, overhead dual level lighting, medical glove storage area, multiple other storage areas, master control panel, waste basket, and fire extinguisher. An optional DVD player for long transport mode operation has also been engineered in to provide an improved atmosphere for the patient. Additionally, depending on requirements, the unit can also transport a wheel chair (in a stowed position).