TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. has revealed that it is supplying Electrically Powered Hydraulic Steering (EPHS) technology for Ferrari's new LaFerrari.
The LaFerrari will become the first Ferrari to feature hybrid propulsion, according to a company press release.
The EPHS system offers fuel savings of up to approximately 0.3L/100km and reduces carbon dioxide emissions approximately 7g/km when compared to other hydraulic power steering systems.
"The demand for more efficient cars continues to grow across all vehicle segments and our EPHS technology is well suited to meet this trend," said Giorgio Marsiaj, president, TRW Italy in a statement. "TRW's role as the official partner for technological innovation on the new 'LaFerrari' super car demonstrates our ability to support one of the most prestigious brands in the world. With more than 20 million systems in the field, our EPHS is a proven solution for both conventional and hybrid vehicle platforms."
TRW's EPHS is included with a compact Motor Pump Unit (MPU), which is connected to a rack and pinion power gear, according to the automaker.
The system can also provide advanced speed proportional steering technology.
Flexible tuning allows the EPHS system to adapt to different driving conditions, and offers a "comfortable setting" for parking and city driving.
"TRW is proud of being a Ferrari strategic partner and is committed to continue to jointly develop the newest technologies," said Marsiaj. "The launch of the EPHS system for 'LaFerrari' is another example of how TRW is able to support growing safety requirements for luxury as well as mass market vehicles across the globe, thanks to a broad product portfolio and to scalable/modular technology/product concepts, which are making safety affordable across all brands and segments."
Future Ferrari vehicles will come equipped with advanced fuel savings technologies.
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