Ambulance Market Trends

There is an increasing demand for electric and hybrid ambulance models as sustainability and lowering carbon emissions become more important. These cars provide smoother rides and quieter operation, which can improve patient care. They also have a lower impact on the environment and decrease running expenses. For instance, in February 2024, the East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST), a part of a national program testing zero-emissions emergency response vehicles, started initial trials for electric ambulances and paramedics.

Telemedicine capabilities are increasingly being added to ambulances, allowing ambulance crews and remote healthcare providers to communicate in real time. Improved care coordination while traveling to the hospital, early intervention, and more accurate triage are all made possible by this technology. Specialized ambulance services that are catered to patient demographics and medical problems are in greater demand. This includes mental health crisis response units, neonatal transport, bariatric transport, and critical care transport. To satisfy these various demands, ambulance manufacturers are creating customized equipment and combinations.