You shouldn’t have to think twice about getting into your SUV. But if every trip starts with climbing into a high seat or helping a loved one do the same, even a quick drive can feel like hard work.
Many people assume the only solution is to replace their vehicle with a lowered-floor conversion van or make major structural modifications. Fortunately, that’s not always the case.
A Turning Automotive Seat (TAS), like the Braun Turny Evo Swivel Seat Lift, offers a smarter alternative. As a power-operated upfit, it rotates, extends beyond the door opening, and lowers to a comfortable transfer height, making entry and exit much easier while letting you keep the SUV you already know and enjoy.
Push-Button Freedom: The Mechanics of a Power Swivel Seat
Think about how many times you’ve had to grab the door frame, hold onto the steering wheel, or ask someone for an extra hand just to get into your SUV. Those movements might seem small, but they add up over time. They can leave you feeling tired before you’ve even started the drive.
A Turning Automotive Seat changes that experience completely. Rather than expecting you to work around the vehicle, it does the work for you. With the push of a button, the seat moves through a series of smooth, controlled motions that make getting in and out feel far less demanding.
Rotating Beyond the Door Frame
The process starts with the seat rotating up to 90 degrees until it’s positioned outside the SUV.
Instead of squeezing through the doorway or trying to swing your legs over a high door sill, you’re greeted by a seat that’s already waiting for you. You have more room to move, more space to position yourself comfortably, and less need to twist your body into awkward angles.
If you use a manual wheelchair, rely on a walker, or simply need extra stability, this outward rotation makes the transfer much more natural. You’re no longer trying to climb into the vehicle. Instead, you’re sitting down first, which feels safer and requires far less effort.
Just as importantly, the movement is steady and predictable. The seat doesn’t jerk or move suddenly. It operates at a controlled pace, giving you confidence throughout the entire transfer.
Lowering to Transfer Height
Once the seat has rotated outside the vehicle, it continues lowering until it reaches a comfortable transfer height.
Instead of climbing up into your SUV, the seat comes down to meet you. Depending on your mobility needs, it can align with the height of a manual wheelchair, a walker, or a comfortable standing position. That difference may seem small, but it can completely change how much energy you use getting into your vehicle.
Instead of putting extra strain on your knees, hips, shoulders, or back, you transfer onto a seat that’s already where you need it. For many people, that means less discomfort and more confidence every time they leave home.
It’s also a welcome change for caregivers. Instead of supporting most of your weight while helping you climb into a high seat, they can focus on guiding and reassuring you while the powered seat handles the lifting.
Effortless Ingress
After you’re comfortably seated, another press of the button completes the process. The seat gently lifts, rotates back into the cabin, and locks securely into its front-facing position.
Because every movement is smooth and controlled, you don’t feel rushed or unsteady. Within moments, you’re back in your usual seating position, ready to buckle your seatbelt and enjoy the ride.
Keep the SUV You Love: Minimal Vehicle Impact and Original Aesthetics
Choosing an accessibility solution shouldn’t mean saying goodbye to a vehicle you’ve enjoyed for years. Maybe your SUV is the perfect size for your family, has all the features you wanted, or simply feels familiar every time you get behind the wheel. Replacing it isn’t always practical, and for many people, it isn’t necessary.
A Turning Automotive Seat allows you to improve accessibility without changing what you already love about your vehicle.
Unlike some mobility conversions that require extensive modifications, a TAS uses the factory seat mounting points. That means installers don’t have to cut into the floor pan, alter the frame, or permanently change the vehicle’s structure. Your SUV remains fundamentally the same vehicle—it simply becomes much easier to enter and exit.
The finished interior still looks factory-original. In many cases, you can reuse the original upholstery, while custom-matched leather or fabric helps the seat blend naturally with the rest of the cabin.
If your needs change later, you can often remove the Turning Automotive Seat and reinstall the original factory seat. In many cases, you can also transfer it to another compatible SUV, helping preserve your vehicle’s resale value while giving you flexibility for the future.
When you choose a Turning Automotive Seat, you’re not replacing the SUV that’s already part of your life. You’re simply making it easier to enjoy for years to come.
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Protecting Caregivers: Eliminating Dangerous Lifting and Twisting
If you’re helping a spouse, parent, or another loved one get into an SUV, you know that the transfer doesn’t always go as smoothly as people imagine. What looks like a simple movement often involves supporting someone’s weight, keeping them balanced, and making sure neither of you loses your footing. When you do that day after day, the physical strain can add up.
The Physical Toll of Everyday Transfers
Getting someone into a higher vehicle usually means lifting, reaching, bending, and twisting at the same time. Even if you’re careful and use proper lifting techniques, an SUV’s height can make every transfer harder than it needs to be.
Over time, those repeated movements can lead to sore shoulders, back pain, and joint strain, especially when you’re helping someone into a higher vehicle day after day.
A Turning Automotive Seat changes the role you play during a transfer. Instead of lifting yourself, you can focus on balance and reassurance while the powered seat does the heavy work. You’re still there to help, but you’re no longer carrying the physical burden every time you leave the house.
A Safer Transfer in Every Season
Weather can make an already difficult transfer even more stressful. A little rain can leave the door sill slick, while snow and ice can make running boards slippery in winter. When someone is trying to step into a tall SUV, those conditions increase the chance of a slip or fall.
With a Turning Automotive Seat, the transfer happens before anyone has to climb into the vehicle. The seat rotates outside the cabin and lowers to a comfortable height, allowing your loved one to sit down first. Once they’re safely seated, the system gently lifts and rotates them into place.
That simple change creates a more stable transfer and removes much of the uncertainty that comes with uneven footing or poor weather conditions.
Preserving Comfort and Dignity
Accessibility isn’t only about making transfers easier. It’s also about making them feel respectful.
Most people don’t want to feel like they’re being pulled, pushed, or lifted into their own vehicle. A Turning Automotive Seat allows the transfer to happen smoothly and naturally, giving your loved one more confidence and a greater sense of independence. Instead of worrying about the transfer, you can focus on enjoying the trip together.
Is Your SUV Compatible? Door Openings and Weight Ratings
One of the first questions most people ask is whether a Turning Automotive Seat will fit their SUV. The answer depends on the vehicle, but many SUVs and crossovers can accommodate this type of accessibility upfit. A professional assessment is the best way to find out.
Door Openings Matter More Than You Think
Before recommending a Turning Automotive Seat, technicians carefully evaluate your vehicle’s dimensions. They check door width, available opening space, footwell depth, and the overall clearance needed for the seat to rotate and extend safely outside the cabin.
These measurements help ensure the seat can complete its full range of motion without interference. They also make sure you have enough room to transfer comfortably, whether you’re stepping in from the ground or moving from a manual wheelchair or walker.
Understanding Weight Capacity
Weight capacity is another important part of the evaluation. Most Turning Automotive Seat systems are designed to support approximately 330 to 370 pounds, depending on the model and configuration.
Your technician will recommend a system based on both your mobility needs and your vehicle. That way, you receive a solution that’s designed to operate safely and reliably for years to come.
Why Professional Installation Is Essential
A Turning Automotive Seat isn’t simply bolted into place like a replacement seat. It becomes part of your vehicle’s seating and safety system, which is why professional installation matters.
A NMEDA-certified technician ensures the electrical wiring, airbag sensors, structural seat bolts, and powered components are installed correctly and tested before the vehicle is returned to you. They also verify that the seat operates smoothly through every stage of its movement and that all factory safety features continue functioning as intended.
Taking the Next Step Toward Effortless SUV Travel
Getting in and out of your SUV shouldn’t be the most difficult part of your day. With a Turning Automotive Seat, you can keep the vehicle you already enjoy while making every transfer safer, smoother, and more comfortable. You don’t have to compromise on your SUV’s appearance, make permanent structural modifications, or ask caregivers to handle unnecessary lifting every time you travel.
At Clock Mobility, we’re here to help you find an accessibility solution that works for both you and your vehicle. Visit one of our showrooms for a live Turning Automotive Seat demonstration and a professional compatibility assessment. We’ll answer your questions, measure your SUV, and walk you through every option available. Contact Clock Mobility today to schedule your consultation and discover how effortless SUV travel can be.
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