People of Determination, older adults, and individuals recovering from surgery or injury may find it difficult to get in and out of a vehicle. When standard car seats make transfers challenging, an accessible vehicle transfer seat can help make the process easier and more comfortable.
In this article, we explore the swivel and transfer seating options available from 800 Mobility in the UAE and explain how they can support safer, more convenient vehicle transfers.
How an Accessible Vehicle Transfer Seat Makes Car Transfers Easier
Accessible vehicle transfer seats are designed to help users get in and out of a vehicle by repositioning the seat closer to the doorway. Depending on the model, the seat may rotate, slide outward, or lower to a more accessible height.
These movements can reduce the need to bend, twist, or climb into the vehicle, making transfers easier for people with limited mobility. They can also help users move between a wheelchair, mobility aid, standing position, and vehicle seat with greater convenience.
As the movement and functionality vary by model, choosing a transfer seat that suits the user’s mobility needs and vehicle is essential.
Who Can Benefit from an Accessible Vehicle Transfer Seat?
Accessible vehicle transfer seats can benefit people who have difficulty standing, sitting, or transferring between a wheelchair or mobility aid and a car seat.
- People of Determination: Individuals who use wheelchairs or have limited lower-body mobility may find it easier to enter and exit a vehicle with a seat that rotates or moves closer to the doorway.
- Older Adults: Older passengers who experience difficulty bending, sitting down, or standing up may benefit from a seat that helps reduce the physical effort required during transfers.
- Post-Operative Patients: People recovering from hip, knee, or spinal surgery may find vehicle transfers challenging. A suitable swivel or transfer seat can help reduce unnecessary bending and twisting, subject to their medical and recovery needs.
- Family Caregivers: Transfer seats can make it easier for caregivers to assist passengers and may reduce the need for strenuous lifting, helping minimise physical strain during transfers.
800 Mobility Accessible Seating Options
800 Mobility offers accessible vehicle seating solutions designed to make vehicle transfers more manageable. Whether you need a powered swivel seat, a manually operated option, or a transfer aid, choosing the right solution depends on your mobility needs and vehicle compatibility.
Turny Evo Swivel Car Seat
The Turny Evo is a powered car seat lift that moves the seat outside the vehicle and lowers it to a more accessible height for transfers. Once the passenger is seated, the system raises and rotates the seat back into the vehicle.
This movement can help simplify transfers between a wheelchair and the vehicle seat while reducing the need to bend or twist.
The Turny Evo has a maximum load capacity of 180 kg and a seat weight of approximately 84 kg. It also features a footrest and is designed for selected SUVs, CUVs, minivans, vans, and MPVs, subject to vehicle compatibility.
Learn more about the Turny Evo Car Seat Lift.
Turny Orbit Swivel Car Seat
The Turny Orbit is a powered swivel seat designed to support transfers in taller vehicles, including selected minivans. Using a handheld remote, the passenger or caregiver can operate the seat to rotate outward and adjust its height for easier access.
The Turny Orbit has a maximum load capacity of 170 kg and weighs approximately 60–62 kg, depending on the version. It offers powered rotation and lifting and can be installed on either the left or right side, depending on the vehicle and configuration.
For more information, visit the Turny Orbit Swivel Seat for Minivans.
Turny Manual Swivel Car Seat
The Turny Manual is a manually operated swivel seat designed to make vehicle transfers easier for people who need assistance with positioning. The seat rotates outward towards the vehicle doorway, bringing the seating position closer to the passenger and making transfers from a standing position or mobility aid more convenient.
Unlike powered Turny models, the Turny Manual is operated by hand rather than an electric motor. It may be suitable for users or caregivers who can manage the manual operation and need assistance with seat positioning.
Explore the Turny Manual Car Seat.
Transfer Seats
Transfer seats and related seating aids can help users move between a vehicle and their wheelchair or usual seating position. Depending on the design, a transfer aid may bring the transfer point closer to the vehicle doorway, reducing the need to twist or bend while getting in or out.
These solutions can also provide caregivers with better access when assistance is needed. The appropriate option depends on the user’s mobility, transfer method, and vehicle layout.
Explore the swivel seats and transfer seating options available from 800 Mobility to find a solution that suits your needs.
Vehicle Compatibility and Installation Considerations
Accessible vehicle transfer seats must be compatible with the vehicle’s design, seating configuration, and mounting points. Some models may be suitable for selected passenger cars, SUVs, and MPVs, including vehicles such as the Toyota Camry, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser, and Hyundai Tucson. However, compatibility must be confirmed for each specific vehicle and seat model.
Larger vehicles, including MPVs and commercial vans, may offer additional interior space, but installation can still depend on factors such as cabin height, doorway access, available seating space, and mounting requirements.
Installation may involve securing the seating system to suitable vehicle mounting points and connecting electrical components for powered models. The exact requirements vary by vehicle and seat configuration, so a professional assessment is important before installation.
The 800 Mobility team can help assess your vehicle’s make, model, and year, available interior space, mounting points, door access, and the passenger’s transfer needs before recommending a suitable seating solution.
Getting an Accessible Vehicle Transfer Seat in the UAE
Choosing the right accessible vehicle transfer seat starts with understanding the passenger’s mobility needs and the vehicle’s layout. Contact 800 Mobility to discuss your requirements and explore suitable Turny seating options.
When enquiring, provide the following details:
- Vehicle details: Make, model, and year of manufacture.
- Preferred seating position: The side and seating location where the transfer seat is needed.
- Transfer method: Whether the passenger transfers from a wheelchair, another mobility aid, or a standing position.
- Mobility requirements: Any specific support or positioning needs that may affect seat selection.
With this information, the 800 Mobility team can help assess compatibility and advise you on the most appropriate Turny solution for your vehicle and transfer requirements.
