Automotive R-EPS Steering Market: Introduction
Based on the position of the assist motor, the four types of electric power steering systems are column assist type (C-EPS), the pinion assist type (P-EPS), the direct drive type (D-EPS), and the rack assist type (R-EPS)
The R-EPS steering has a motor and controller usually located parallel to the rack or at the interface between rack and steering column in the engine compartment. R-EPS systems are best suited for use on mid to full-sized vehicles due to their relatively low inertia from high reduction gear ratio and high rack force, ranging between 9 and 16 kN.
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Issues with C-EPS or P-EPS are because the motor is placed on the steering axis; vibrations from the motor are directly transmitted to the steering wheel, and the driver’s steering inputs are not linearly communicated to tires. This leads to vehicle accidents. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the U.S. stated that in first nine months of 2020, traffic fatalities rose 4.6% as compared to the last year even though the miles driven per vehicle were less by 14.5%. These factors have raised concerns about vehicle safety. Automakers are consistently developing their vehicle models with safety as the major focus. The R-EPS provides improved steering performance for vehicles with higher axle loads and also optimizes space in the engine compartment due to its compactness and placement. Thus, growing safety concerns are fueling the global automotive R-EPS steering market.
Awareness about the environment is rising, as emission from vehicles are significantly degrading air quality worldwide. International Energy Agency states that transportation is responsible for 24% of direct CO2 emissions from fuel combustion. It also states that emissions from trucks and buses have risen by around 2.6% annually in the last decade. Regulatory agencies of various countries have imposed stringent emission norms due to these growing concerns about transportation emissions. Consequently, automakers are integrating new electrically powered steering systems in their vehicles, which reduce the load on engine, provide more ease in driving, and comply with emission standards. The REPS steering system, due to its high assist force, enables drivers of heavy vehicles to steer easily. Moreover, they reduce the load on engine as compared to hydraulic power steering, which in turn decreases pollution. Therefore, a rise in the need for emission reduction is boosting the global automotive R-EPS steering market.
Challenges in Automotive R-EPS Steering Market
The R-EPS steering system employs several additional components such as an electric hollow shaft motor and sensors. These additional components increase the cost of the steering system, which in turn reflects on the price of the vehicle. Furthermore, the maintenance and repair of such systems becomes complicated, which hampers the global automotive R-EPS steering market.
Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on Automotive R-EPS Steering Market
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted automotive supply chains, thus creating a shortage of raw materials and components. This disruption has negatively impacted the global