What is EPS?
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EPS stands for Electric Power Steering system, which utilizes the power generated by an electric motor to assist the driver in steering. The Electric Power Steering system represents the future direction of automotive steering systems. This system directly provides steering assistance through an electric power motor, eliminating the need for components such as the power steering pump, hoses, hydraulic fluid, drive belt, and engine-mounted pulley required in hydraulic power steering systems. This not only saves energy but also protects the environment. EPS mainly consists of components such as a torque sensor, vehicle speed sensor, electric motor, reduction mechanism, and electronic control unit. Common types of power steering include mechanical hydraulic power steering, electro-hydraulic power steering, and electric power steering.