Nexteer Automotive will display a full range of steering, driveline and 
software technologies at the 2023 Shanghai Auto Show from April 18-27, 
showcasing how the company, as a global technology leader, solves motion 
control challenges across all megatrends in the automotive industry. 

Nexteer's booth (1BC011 in Hall 1.2) will feature a vehicle concept display 
that highlights the seamless integration of Nexteer's innovative motion control 
solutions (both hardware and software) into a future software-defined vehicle. 
The display will highlight how Nexteer technologies, such as Steer-by-Wire 
(SbW), stowable steering column, high-performance halfshafts, steering software 
and more, support the various megatrends.

"Mobility megatrends are redefining the industry by changing how people and 
goods get to their destinations, but they also present technical and business 
opportunities for OEMs and suppliers. Nexteer's comprehensive product portfolio 
– combined with our history of seamless vehicle integration and experience with 
more than 60 OEMs globally – helps us solve our customers' unique motion 
control challenges by enabling advanced safety and performance for future 
mobility," said Robin Milavec, President, CTO, CSO and Executive Board 
Director, Nexteer Automotive. "We encourage everyone attending Auto Shanghai to 
visit our booth to experience Nexteer's innovative motion control solutions and 
see first-hand how we're accelerating mobility to be safe, green and exciting."

At Auto Shanghai, Nexteer will display technologies that solve challenges 
across Electrification, ADAS/Automated Driving, Software/Connectivity and 
Shared Mobility including:

Steer-by-Wire (SbW) with Stowable Steering Column: SbW replaces the mechanical 
connection between the handwheel and roadwheels with algorithms, electronics 
and actuators. SbW opens the gateway to benefits that are not achievable with 
traditional steering solutions. SbW supports all ADAS levels and can enhance 
stability control, reduce braking distances and is a preferred enabler for Park 
Assist and Automatic Emergency Steering (AES). SbW supports cost efficiency 
through hardware standardization – enabling OEMs to re-use components across 
various platforms (i.e., EVs, ICEs left-hand drive, right-hand drive and across 
all levels of automation). SbW also opens new possibilities for flexibility in 
underhood packaging – an important consideration for EV battery packaging.

Nexteer's Stowable Steering Column utilizes custom-designed software and 
electronics that allow the steering wheel to be retracted into the dash and 
away from the driver when not in use. When paired together, Nexteer's SbW with 
Stowable Steering Column opens a new world of cockpit design options and 
changes how drivers can use their vehicles – creating the opportunity for OEMs 
to re-invent and re-purpose the driver's cabin space. For example, when SbW is 
coupled with Stowable Steering Column during automated driving, additional 
space is created for the driver to engage with other activities. This 
technology can also be used for traditional driving vehicles. When the vehicle 
is in park, Nexteer's Stowable Steering Column can extend the usable space in 
the vehicle cabin, creating a more spacious office-on-wheels.

High-Output & Modular Options for Electric Power Steering (EPS): Nexteer's 
complete line of underhood High-Output EPS systems offer increased output 
capabilities to meet the needs of heavier vehicles such as EVs, without the 
need to move up to more premium EPS technologies. High-Output EPS can also help 
convert heavier vehicles like light commercial vehicles from hydraulic to 
electric power steering – enabling them to benefit from EPS's added safety and 
performance features. In addition, Nexteer has expanded its cost-effective 
modular and platform design for Column-Assist EPS and Rack-Assist EPS. These 
leverage Nexteer's existing, industry-leading EPS building blocks to achieve 
scalability for Nexteer and flexibility to meet a wide range of OEM customers' 
requirements.

Lightweight & Efficient Driveline Solutions: Nexteer's wide range of halfshaft 
technology solutions offer lower mass, high durability and excellent noise, 
vibration and harshness (NVH) performance. For example, Nexteer's halfshaft 
designs can meet expanded fatigue requirements due to increased torque and 
regenerative braking needs in EVs, and the Company's specialized joint types 
can be used for enhanced NVH and efficiency needs due to the quietness of EVs.

Steering Software Solutions: Nexteer is a global expert in steering feel 
software – offering proven, high quality, safety-critical steering feature 
development. The Company's global software team works together seamlessly 
across regional locations to drive operational excellence into its software 
development process. Nexteer's software portfolio includes: Software for 
Advanced Steering Features and Functions; Road Surface Detection; Vehicle 
Health Management; Brake-to-Steer; and Safety / Cybersecurity. These solutions 
increase safety, performance and convenience across all ADAS levels and in 
connected environments via software-defined vehicles.

Nexteer will be at Auto Shanghai at Booth 1BC011 in Hall 1.2 of the National 
Convention and Exhibition Center from April 18 to 27, 2023.

About Nexteer Automotive

Nexteer Automotive (HK 1316) is a global leading motion control technology 
company accelerating mobility to be safe, green and exciting. Our innovative 
product and technology portfolio includes electric and hydraulic power steering 
systems, steer-by-wire systems, steering columns and intermediate shafts, 
driveline systems and software solutions. The company solves motion control 
challenges across all megatrends – including electrification, 
software/connectivity, ADAS/automated driving and shared mobility – for more 
than 60 customers around the world including BMW, Ford, GM, RNM, Stellantis, 
Toyota and VW, as well as automakers in India and China. www.nexteer.com

SOURCE:  Nexteer Automotive