Enhanced driving experience: lighter, more compact and quieter

The Schaeffler rear-wheel steering system also offers more advantages such as better steering, greater safety and ride comfort. “Our rear-wheel steering system is more compact and requires less installation space, thanks to the design optimization of the system interior,” says Clement Feltz, Head of the Chassis Division of the Schaeffler Group. “Schaeffler’s steering system can reduce the weight of other systems by 15%.” In addition, the entire system has been acoustically optimized to make the already very quiet electric car even more quiet. Schaeffler’s long history of expertise and excellence in the field of precision machinery is fully reflected in this innovative product, which ultimately adds value to customers.

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Schaeffler is committed to being a leading supplier of chassis systems

For many years, Schaeffler has been providing automotive manufacturers with a range of components in the chassis sector, such as hub bearings, suspension bearings, steering bearings, and joint bearings. In 2009, Schaeffler began mass production of roller screw drives using the precision machining capabilities of the company’s mold manufacturing division, opening a new direction in the chassis field. Today, roller screws are an integral part of many chassis systems, including electromechanical steering systems and brakes.

The planetary roller screw is what differentiates Schaeffler from other suppliers in the field of rear wheel steering systems

Schaeffler then introduced the active roll control system in 2015. It is the company’s first mechatronics system for enhanced ride comfort, consisting of precision mechanical components, motors and electronic control units, and is the world’s first mass-produced chassis actuator covering 12V and 48V applications. This year, Schaeffler will also bring to market the first electro-hydraulic power steering system specifically designed for front wheel steering in commercial vehicles. Schaeffler plans to start production of key components for the steerby-wire system around 2025, followed by the launch of a fully integrated steerby-wire system.