Two power steering designs emerged. Linkage assist steering and the integral power steering gear-each use a constant flow, positive displacement hydraulic pump. The pump, belt-driven by the engine, ...

If you've ever driven an older vehicle without power steering, you probably understand just how important power steering systems are for modern cars. These components allow us to turn the steering ...

Keeping your vehicle's fluid levels in check is a big part of car ownership, so it's worth knowing what happens when you run ...

When talking about the evolution of cars, there are several notable milestones that can’t be omitted. In today’s world, it’s the fight against high emissions, engine downsizing, and electric vehicles ...

While many hydraulic-assist steering systems are available, engine-makers are pushing fly-by-wire steering. In fact, for many applications, we wouldn’t be surprised if digital steering replaced ...

Electronic Power Steering (EPS) systems are becoming prevalent in automotive systems and are quickly replacing hydraulic assist power steering. The move to EPS systems is driven by the necessity for ...

For the PDF version of this article, click here. Electro-hydraulic and electric power steering (EHPS and EPS) systems are demanding applications for automotive electronics. As vehicle curb weight ...

Have you ever stopped and wondered why it’s so effortless to turn a 5,822-pound Cadillac Escalade using a single finger? It’s not the result of your semester stint as a high school athlete, it’s the ...

Classic Mustang owners tired of sloppy, leaky steering can now swap to a Borgeson integral power steering system for a tighter, modern feel. This upgrade replaces outdated Bendix systems with a ...

For many years, power steering technology was focused on hydraulic systems but demand is increasingly favouring electric mainly due to fuel consumption and logistical benefits. Matthew Beecham reports ...

You’ve probably never lost any sleep over a steering maintenance issue. The systems are proven and reliable and don’t require a lot of hands-on contact. Sticking to scheduled fluid and filter changes, ...

No technological advance is without drawbacks, which is also true for vehicles. Modern engines give us better gas mileage and efficiency, but without the charm or control of a manual transmission.