Column Electric Power Steering: How It Makes ADAS Work in Small SUVs

Aug 28, 2025

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ADAS isn't just for luxury cars anymore. Today's entry-level SUV buyers expect lane keep assist, automatic parking, and traffic jam assist-even in base models. The problem? Traditional steering systems struggle to handle these features in compact platforms. TRION column electric power steering (C-EPS) system solves this, making ADAS accessible without redesigning the car.

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Precision That Fits in Small Packages

 

ADAS features like lane keep assist (LKA) need steering that responds in milliseconds, with minimal "play." Our C-EPS delivers:

 

The TOS sensor tracks angle changes within 0.3°, so LKA can nudge the wheel 2° to keep the car centered-no overcorrection.

The motor reacts in 50ms (faster than a human blink), critical for avoiding sudden lane drifts.

 

A German OEM testing LKA with our system found:

 

Lane deviation incidents dropped by 42% in highway tests.

The system worked reliably even in tight turns (15°+ steering angle), where traditional EPS often falters.

 

Seamless Integration, No Extra Weight

 

Adding ADAS to small SUVs usually means extra sensors, wiring, and controllers-bulking up the car. Our C-EPS avoids this:

 

Its ECU connects directly to the vehicle's ADAS computer via CAN FD, cutting 1.2kg of extra wiring.

It shares power with the car's 12V system, so no need for a separate battery (saving another 0.8kg).

 

A Chinese automaker launching an entry-level EV SUV used this to add LKA and automatic parking without increasing curb weight: "We kept the range at 400km, which was non-negotiable for our buyers."

 

Future-Proof for More ADAS to Come

 

Today's small SUVs need to support tomorrow's features (e.g., automated lane changes). Our C-EPS is ready:

 

OTA updates let you add new ADAS functions (e.g., improved parking algorithms) without recalling vehicles.

The motor and sensor have 20% extra capacity, so they can handle more complex steering commands as ADAS evolves.

 

A U.S. brand planning a 2026 model refresh noted: "We won't need to swap out the steering system to add Level 3 features. That's a $2M savings in retooling."