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Boot Hoists

What is a Boot Hoist?

A Boot Hoist is fitted into the back of your vehicle which allows you to store a scooter, wheelchair or power chair in the back of your vehicle with just a touch of a button. They are extremely easy to operate and are powered by your vehicle so no modifications are needed on your mobility device.

We fit a huge range of Boot Hoists from three of our trusted suppliers, Autochair, Bryg-Ayd and elap . This page is meant to give you a brief overview of the different products that we can fit to your vehicle. We understand that this is a lot of information so if you would prefer to give us a call on 01325 389900 to talk through the options we would be happy to help you make a decision that is right for you.

How do Boot Hoists work?

There are a wide range of hoists available on the market, the main options are 40kg, 80kg, 100kg, 150kg or 200kg hoists. These hoists vary so much due to the size and weight of the power chair as well as the car that they need to fit in so it really is best to call us to discuss your options, however we have highlighted some of the main information below.

A Platform Hoist/ Platform Lift

A platform Boot Lift is an alternative to the hoists which are detailed below. A platform lift allows you to lift and load a wheelchair straight into the boot without you having to fold the wheelchair. You are also able to lift the chair with very little manual exertion and it can be securely fixed to the platform before you load the chair. Platform hoists are a bulky alternative and you need a lot of space in the vehicle to fit a platform hoist so bear that in mind when thinking about your options.

Two Way Hoist

A two-way hoist is a device that is fitted into the boot of your vehicle, it can then lower and raise the scooter or power chair into the vehicle. You would then need to manually guide the chair into the vehicle. Two way hoists are usually fitted for lighter chairs due to you having to push the chair into the car by hand.

Four Way Hoist

A four- way hoist is a small device that is very alike to the two-way hoist, but as well as lowering and raising the scooter into the vehicle, it can also swing the scooter in and out of the car all by remote control. This means that the four-way hoist is better for heavier wheelchairs.

A Telescopic Hoist

On a telescopic hoist, the arm can pick up the wheelchair and load it into the boot of the car in one continuous action.

Which Boot Hoist is right for me?

We would recommend contacting our Darlington Workshop to discuss your requirements before deciding on the right model for you. We supply and install the following models:

The Mini

The Mini

Built by one of the world’s leading suppliers of vehicle adaptation products The Mini from Autochair has the following features:

  • Designed to lift scooters and wheelchairs less than 80kg
  • Detachable when not being used
  • Compact Design
  • Easily removed if you ever want to sell your vehicle
  • Made in the UK

The Joey Lift

The Joey Lift

The platform lifts we install are manufactured by mobility specialists Autoadapt and Elap and it is called the Joey Lift, it has the following features:

  • Lifts up to 159kg
  • Includes straps to secure vehicle in the back of vehicle
  • Ideal for vans and minivans
  • Powered by your vehicles battery
  • Precise installation
  • Easy to use

80kg-150kg Programmable 4way Evotech Hoist

80kg-150kg Programmable 4way Evotech Hoist

This hoist is supplied by Brig-Ayd who are specialists in manufacturing car adaptations since 1975. This programmable hoist has the following features:

  • Ideal for 4x4 vehicles and estate cars
  • Can lift up to 150 kilos
  • Easily programmable so it can remember the exact loading cycle for your vehicle meaning that you just press a button and the hoist does the rest
  • Powered by your vehicles battery
  • Very easy to use

120kg Telescopic Hoist

120kg Telescopic Hoist

This is another hoist that is supplied and manufactured by Brig-Ayd this hoist has the following features:

  • Can lift wheelchairs and scooters up to 120kg
  • Telescopic Hoist (continuous motion to load chair into vehicle)
  • Compact
  • Only one button to operate loading
  • Supplied with a remote handset

40kg 2way Hoist

40kg 2way Hoist

This hoist is supplied and manufactured by Brig-Ayd who are specialists in manufacturing car adaptations since 1975. This hoist has the following features:

  • Can lift small motorised scooters and wheelchairs up to 40kg
  • Two-Way hoist (can lower and raise scooter)
  • Compact and ideal for most vehicles including estate and saloon cars
  • Can easily be folded away when not in use
  • Extremely easy to use

Smart Lifter LC Range

Smart Lifter LC Range

Built by one of the world’s leading suppliers of vehicle adaptation products The Smart Lifter LC Range, from Autochair is more compact than the LP range, meaning it can fit in a smaller vehicle, it has the following features:

  • Lift up to 100kg
  • Over 300 vehicle specific installation kits
  • Four-way Hoist
  • Button Operated
  • Leaves space in the boot for shopping and luggage when not in use
  • Transfers easily to your next vehicle

Smart Lifter LM Range

Smart Lifter LC Range

Built by one of the world’s leading suppliers of vehicle adaptation products The Smart Lifter LM Range, from Autochair  is ideal for mini scooters and also comes with a folding arm which is important for vehicles with a sloped rear boot.  The LM Range has the following features:

  • Lift up to 80kg
  • Over 300 vehicle specific installation kits
  • Four-way Hoist
  • Button Operated
  • Leaves space in the boot for shopping and luggage when not in use
  • Transfers easily to your next vehicle

Smart Lifter LP Range

Smart Lifter LP Range

Built by one of the world’s leading suppliers of vehicle adaptation products The Smart Lifter LP Range, from Autochair has the following features:

  • Lift up to 200kg
  • Ideal for the larger and heavier scooters
  • Four-way Hoist
  • Button Operated
  • Leaves space in the boot for shopping and luggage when not in use

How do I get a Boot Hoist?

Because of the range of options available it really is best to give us a call to so we can talk you through your options. From our workshop in Darlington we fit and install Boot Hoists all across the North East and North Yorkshire. We also work with clients throughout Cumbria, including Kendall, Carlisle and Penrith.

We also offer a mobile service, as we appreciate how difficult it can be for our customers to bring their vehicles to us. In instances where it is not viable for us to do the work outside of our workshop, we will collect the car and deliver it back to you, all free of charge.

We are happy to provide a free no obligation demonstrations from our workshop in Darlington so you can see how the Infrared Steering Controls would work in your car. Just give us a call on 01325 389900 to arrange a time that is suitable for you. If you are a Motability customer, then the Infrared Steering Controls will cost you nothing.