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Rear-Wheel Steering

Nexteer Automotive’s Integrated Rear-Wheel Steering (RWS) system is optimized for enhanced maneuverability, stability, safety and performance – delivering a superior driving experience. Engineered for cost-effectiveness, lightweighting, durability and seamless integration, Nexteer’s RWS allows the rear wheels to turn up to 12 degrees in coordination with the front wheels, optimizing handling at both low and high speeds.

For longer wheelbases/heavier loads, OEMs can combine RWS with Nexteer’s other steering/driveline solutions to compound driver benefits. Nexteer is globally renowned for motion control tailored for larger/heavier vehicle segments.

In Steer-by-Wire (SbW) vehicles, RWS may offer additional synergies as RWS could serve as an additional redundancy layer to meet safety requirements.

Advantages of Nexteer’s Integrated Rear Wheel Steering System

  • Enhanced maneuverability, stability, safety and performance
  • Leverages existing technology leadership and building blocks
  • Offers component and manufacturing process reuse
  • Integration with all vehicle types and simplified rear axle designs

During RWS development, Nexteer pulled from its industry-leading REPS, award-winning SbW, software and vehicle integration expertise, as well as its legacy as a pioneer of RWS-for-mass-production in the early 2000s for GM truck applications (Quadrasteer).

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