CASCOS lifts are known as 'European' style because they use electro-mechanical or 'screw' design which is the more traditional method of lifting in Europe, a design that goes back to the very introduction of vehicle lifts from European vehicle manufacturers. Generally they are more expensive to produce, but they are cheaper and simpler to install, and arguably associated with a very long life. It is not uncommon to find a CASCOS lift which has been in service for 30 to 40 years!