Affordability and practicality make the Maruti Eeco Ambulance popular, but it has often been criticized for missing a few features that you find on more advanced ambulances. As a result, there has been discussion of low cost modifications that may increase the functionality and efficacy of the vehicle as an emergency medical vehicle. These ideas span the gamut from some simple storage solutions and targeted lighting to more advanced capabilities, such as a basic life support system, or a telemedicine capability. The difficulty is to reconcile these improvements with the requirement to keep the vehicle affordable and simple to maintain, particularly for use in rural or resource limited locations. Healthcare workers, engineers and automotive enthusiasts alike often spark off creative suggestions on this topic, on how to best use the Eeco as a life saving vehicle.