liftgate

Noun

 * 1)  A hydraulic or electric platform that installs onto the rear of a vehicle and which may be raised or lowered in the loading/unloading of heavy cargo
 * 2)  A closure at the rear of a vehicle, or rear door, that can be raised to access the back of a vehicle
 * 1)  A closure at the rear of a vehicle, or rear door, that can be raised to access the back of a vehicle