American Emergency Vehicles (AEV)

American Emergency Vehicles (AEV) is the leading brand of ambulances in the United States, producing nearly 25% of the market's ambulances. Established in 1990, AEV is headquartered in Jefferson, North Carolina, and employs over 500 people. The company specializes in custom ambulance manufacturing, offering a variety of hand-crafted models, including Type I, Type II, Type III, and medium-duty ambulances. AEV builds vehicles on multiple chassis platforms, such as Ford Transits and Chevy vans. In addition to new ambulance construction, AEV provides remounting services, allowing customers to save costs by placing existing ambulance boxes onto new chassis. They also supply a range of replacement parts and components, including electrical systems and medical equipment accessories. AEV emphasizes quality through hand-crafted construction and rigorous manufacturing processes. The company serves a diverse clientele, including emergency departments, personal ambulances for royalty, and vehicles for the U.S. Secret Service, supported by a nationwide network of dealers.