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Types of Vehicle Lifts
🔧 Types of Automotive Lifts - What's Right for You?
Not all heroes wear capes, and not all car lifts are built the same. Whether you're a mechanic or just tired of crawling under your truck on jack stands, picking the right lift can change the way you work—and save your knees.
Let’s break down the main types of automotive lifts so you can find what fits your space, your workload, and your budget.
🛠️ 2 Post Car Lifts
If you're planning to do real undercar work—brakes, suspension, engine stuff—this is the lift you want, though for specific engine removal tasks, an engine hoist for home garage is what you need. A 2 post picks up your car by the frame and gives you full access underneath. Doesn’t eat up your whole garage either. Keep in mind there's a symmetric and asymmetric option.
- Full undercar access for real repair work
- Takes up less space than 4-posts
- Usually the most affordable pro-style lift
- Lifts most cars and light trucks
- Fast raise/lower time
🚗 4 Post Car Lifts
This one's the jack-of-all-trades and particularly popular as residential car lifts for Dallas residents. Drive right on and lift the whole car with a 4-post vehicle lift. Great for storage, oil changes, or keeping that classic car out of the way. Super stable and easier for first-time users.
- Park one car over the other
- Easy for alignments and oil changes
- Works well for bigger trucks/SUVs
- Beginner-friendly — just drive on
- Rock solid and safe
🎯 Alignment Lifts
Car pulling to one side? Worn tires? These are built for alignment work. They’ve got built-in turn plates, jacks, and setup for fine-tuning your suspension and steering.
- Designed for precise tire and steering work
- Built-in slip plates and jacking beams
- Great for tire shops or serious DIYers
- Helps prevent uneven tire wear
- Essential if you're offering alignment services
✂️ Car Scissor Lifts
These are your quick-job champs. Compact and easy to use, scissor lifts are perfect for tire work, detailing, or light repairs. Don’t expect full access underneath, but for quick jobs, scissor lifts are solid.
- Great for tight garages or low ceilings
- Perfect for tires, brakes, and quick jobs
- Some models are portable
- Budget-friendly
- Quick setup — in and out
🧱 Single Post Car Lifts
Need a lift but short on space? A single post lift gets the job done for smaller cars and light maintenance without taking over your garage. Simple and clean.
- Super compact footprint
- Easy to install and move
- Keeps your floor wide open
- Works well for small cars and motorcycles
- Good for detailing and light work
🚛 Mobile Column Lifts
When you're dealing with heavy-duty vehicles like trucks, buses, or large commercial fleets, Mobile Column Lifts offer unmatched flexibility and power. These lifts consist of individual columns that can be positioned around the vehicle, allowing for customizable configurations and efficient use of space.
- Ideal for lifting heavy-duty vehicles with varying wheelbases
- Each column operates independently, providing flexibility in setup
- Wireless and battery-powered options reduce cable clutter
- Can be used indoors or outdoors, maximizing workspace utility
- Scalable systems allow for lifting different vehicle sizes and weights
Regardless of what types of car lifts you're looking to purchase, including finding the right car home lift, HeavyLift Direct has all the options and expertise to help you with your decision.
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