Global automotive technology company Schaeffler is set to showcase its latest chassis and body innovations at the company’s 13th Automotive Symposium in Bühl, Germany, this June, highlighting next-generation technologies designed to improve vehicle safety, comfort, efficiency, and autonomous driving capabilities.
As part of its growing Chassis & Body division, Schaeffler will introduce a range of advanced solutions covering steering, braking, damping systems, and intelligent sensor technologies aimed at supporting the future of connected and autonomous mobility.
Among the key highlights is the company’s latest steer-by-wire technology, which eliminates the traditional mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the wheels. The system uses electronic controls and force-feedback actuators to provide precise steering response while improving driving dynamics and flexibility for future vehicle architectures.
Schaeffler will also present its rear-wheel steering systems, which enhance vehicle stability, manoeuvrability, and handling, particularly in urban driving conditions and high-speed cornering.
In addition, the company is expanding its chassis technology portfolio with semi-active and active damping systems capable of adjusting suspension settings in real time according to road conditions. These technologies are designed to improve ride comfort, vehicle control, and energy efficiency.
Supporting these systems are low-friction wheel bearings developed to reduce resistance and contribute to improved vehicle performance and lower energy consumption, particularly in electric and hybrid vehicles.
The showcase will further include new body-related technologies such as keyless vehicle entry systems, advanced sensor-cleaning solutions for autonomous driving platforms, and high-performance braking systems engineered for reduced maintenance requirements and lower particulate emissions.
A major focus of Schaeffler’s latest developments is sensor fusion technology, where data collected from multiple onboard sensors is combined to support automated driving functions, active suspension systems, and intelligent interior monitoring.
According to Matthias Zink, Chief Executive of Powertrain & Chassis at Schaeffler, the company sees significant growth opportunities within the evolving mobility sector.
“With a view to the mobility transformation, there are huge market potentials for Schaeffler within the Chassis & Body domain,” said Zink. “Our innovations take comfort, convenience, handling dynamics, and safety to a new level while creating an important building block for autonomous vehicle platforms.”
As the global automotive industry accelerates toward electrification, connectivity, and autonomous mobility, Schaeffler’s latest innovations reflect the growing demand for intelligent vehicle systems capable of delivering safer, smarter, and more efficient transportation solutions.
