There are big differences between ambulance manufacturers. The innovations of some bring ideas to life. And creative is not necessarily innovative. We look at innovation as a way to improve long term lasting value for our customers.

"The next generation of ambulances will follow our lead" describes our drive to be first with quality innovations. It's why we were one of the original manufacturers to participate in Ford's Quality Vehicle Modifier program. It continues through the commitment of Life Line's employee/owners and associates who take quality seriously.

When it comes to setting ambulance standards, we are an active member of the Ambulance Manufacturer Division (AMD) of the NTEA. We take this responsibility seriously and use everything we learn to continue an on-going commitment to proven innovation and continuous product improvement. We are also proud to be one of the original twelve-ambulance manufacturers in the United States to submit vehicles for testing.

As an additional example of innovation, we continue to be the only manufacturer to offer proprietary aluminum extrusions that add strength, improve stability and contribute to the quiet comfort of every vehicle we build. We were the first to offer Labyrinth-style door construction, a double aluminum insulated floor and a two-piece aluminum crash rail. Life Line ambulances are also known for their state of the art TST electrical system. Our electrical inovations include override (back-up) switching with input and output LED's.

In Tribute

At age 60, our co-founder and CEO, Terry Leicher, died at his home of natural causes on July 30, 2010. Life Line Emergency Vehicles was founded in 1985 by Terry and his father Jim.

Leicher and his father used their expertise to create a more efficient medical transport. Using the motto, “The next generation of ambulances will follow our lead,” Life Line became an innovator for higher quality, technology and organization.

Twenty-five years later, the company continues to be a leading manufacturer in the community, employing more than 192 and is 30 percent employee-owned.