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SHANGHAI, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire＝KYODO JBN/ --

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