The next VR QuickTip will be about preserving your leather seats.
In my experience, the leather seat that has most needed my attention has usually been the driver seat. On that seat, it’s usually the sections closest to the driver door (where people scrape in and out), that ends up being the most damaged. So, what can be done about it? I would say two main things:
1) Just before exiting the vehicle, slide your your seat back. If you have automatic seat controls, set it to adjust back when you turn the vehicle off. Spin around on your bottom till your feet are out and firmly on the ground. Lift OVER the seat, don’t scrape across it. I know this will be difficult if your legs are shorter and/or you have a truck or SUV. Do your best. Similarly, when get back in, aim for the middle of the seat avoiding sliding down the seat bolster (the part nearest your left rib cage), then pivot around.
2) In addition to these measures, you should routinely condition your leather seats. Think of it like lotion is to your hands; the more supple they are, the less likely they are to crack. Another advantage to REGULARLY conditioning your leather seats is it helps to reduce the abrasive friction from the many times you get in and out of your vehicle.