Understanding the Importance of Power Steering in Vehicle Maintenance
What is the Function of Power Steering? Power steering is an essential system in modern vehicles, designed to assist drivers in steering by augmenting the torque applied to the steering wheel. This system makes it significantly easier to turn the wheels, especially at low speeds or when the vehicle is stationary. Basic Mechanics of […]
Electric Power Steering: Improving Steering Performance and Fuel Economy
Electric power steering (EPS) has become increasingly common in modern vehicles as it offers a number of advantages over hydraulic power steering. Unlike hydraulic systems that use pressurized fluid to assist with steering, EPS systems use an electric motor and computer control to provide steering assistance. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of EPS […]
Power Steering Explained
Power Steering Explained Watch this brilliant video below for a demo of how power steering works (courtesy of CNET’s Car Tech 101). Historical Context Early Steering Systems: Initially, steering a car required significant manual effort, emphasizing the need for steering assistance. Introduction of Power Steering: The 1951 Chrysler Imperial introduced mainstream power steering with a […]