Device for actuating at least one exterior pivoting element of a vehicle

Device for actuating a pivoting exterior element of a vehicle, especially a folding top element of a convertible vehicle, comprises electric motors (18, 19, 20, 20, 21, 22) introducing a driving torque directly to at least one hinge (10A, 10B, 11A, 11B, 13A, 13B, 14A, 14B, 17A, 17B). Preferred Features: A torque of the electric motor is introduced to one of the hinges using a bent shaft (23). Some of the hinges have the same construction.