Mechanical Steering Column Assemblies and Electric Power Steering (EPS) solutions are increasingly applied in New Energy Vehicles, ATVs, UTVs, and other light off-road vehicles. As the markets for these vehicles continue to expand, steering systems—being key to safety and handling—are under growing pressure to meet higher technical and integration requirements.
With over 30 years of industry expertise, XEPS, a leading steering system manufacturer in China, offers comprehensive solutions for both mechanical steering columns and electric power steering (EPS) column assemblies. XEPS products are designed to ensure structural reliability, impact energy absorption, and intelligent control capabilities, making them highly adaptable to modern vehicle platforms. These solutions have gained widespread recognition among OEMs and vehicle manufacturers worldwide.
Mechanical Steering Column Assembly: A Reliable Choice Combining Tradition and Innovation
XEPS has launched a structurally upgraded mechanical steering column assembly, based on proven traditional technology while meeting the evolving demands of compact design and enhanced safety in light-duty and specialty vehicles. Key design improvements include:
- Multi-Level Energy Absorption System: The column features energy-absorbing structures in the upper shaft, tube, and mounting bracket. This design effectively reduces impact forces during collisions, helping meet global vehicle safety regulations.
- Optimized Adjustment Mechanism: The adjustable upper shaft angle allows drivers to personalize their steering position, while the adjustable lower shaft length enhances compatibility with various chassis platforms.
- Integrated Electronic Anti-Theft Module: An embedded electronic lock within the mechanical assembly strengthens vehicle security and improves the overall system validation rating.
- This type of mechanical steering column has been widely adopted in low-speed electric vehicles, golf carts, and campus logistics vehicles, earning strong market feedback for its stable performance and proven reliability.
Compared to electric steering columns, this solution offers a more cost-effective alternative without compromising essential functionality or quality. It helps OEMs significantly reduce procurement and production costs, maintain vehicle handling performance, and optimize overall cost control—making it especially suitable for cost-sensitive vehicle platforms and high-volume applications.
EPS Steering System: An Intelligent, Safe, and Customizable Next-Generation Solution
To meet the rapidly growing demand for electrified and intelligent steering systems, XEPS has introduced its Electric Power Steering (EPS) column assembly, built on a proven electronic control platform. Designed with a focus on smart functionality, lightweight structure, and high responsiveness, this solution is tailored for new energy vehicles (NEVs), low-speed electric vehicles, and specialty vehicle applications. Key advantages include:
- Intelligent Assist Adjustment: The system dynamically adjusts steering assist based on vehicle speed, steering angle, and other input signals—delivering light and agile steering at low speeds, and enhanced stability at high speeds. This greatly improves both driving comfort and handling precision.
- Auto-Centering Steering Function: Our EPS features a fully automatic steering return-to-center function that helps the steering wheel return smoothly and safely to the neutral position, improving driving safety and user convenience.
- Highly Integrated Control Module: Featuring an all-in-one design with integrated controller, motor, and sensor, the EPS unit reduces wiring complexity and installation space requirements, simplifying vehicle integration and lowering assembly costs.
- Functional Safety and Diagnostics: Equipped with robust self-check, fault diagnostics, and alert mechanisms, the system complies with ISO 26262 functional safety standards, enhancing overall vehicle reliability.
- Customizable CAN Communication Protocol: Supports standard CAN communication and allows for tailored protocol and data field configurations, enabling seamless integration with the vehicle control unit (VCU) or other electronic systems.
- Energy Efficiency and Environmental Benefits: Compared to traditional hydraulic power steering, the EPS system eliminates the need for oil circuits and offers lower energy consumption, contributing to reduced vehicle emissions and compliance with energy-saving regulations.
The XEPS EPS steering system has been widely adopted in NEVs, sightseeing vehicles, and ATV/UTV models, with successful integrations across front-wheel, rear-wheel, and mid-drive platforms. Thanks to its reliable performance and flexible customization capabilities, it has earned the trust of numerous OEMs and has been selected for volume production projects.
This next-generation solution not only enhances the overall intelligence of the vehicle but also strengthens the market competitiveness of OEM brands in the smart mobility era.
Widely Applied, Trusted Globally
XEPS steering columns and EPS systems have been exported to Europe, North America, Southeast Asia, and are widely used in passenger cars, specialty vehicles, and new energy vehicles. With complete testing capabilities—including NVH, torque, and crash energy absorption tests—XEPS ensures all products meet international standards for durability, safety, and performance.
Custom Solutions, Customer-Focused
XEPS offers one-stop services for OEMs, integrators, and regional brands, covering design, prototyping, validation, mass production, and support. Key features such as motor power, sensor types, energy absorption methods, and CAN protocols can be fully customized to meet project needs.
Guided by the principle of “technology-driven, quality-first, globally oriented,” XEPS is committed to being your reliable steering system partner worldwide.
