In chassis development, the three aspects of safety, vehicle dynamics and driving comfort are at the top of the list of challenges to be faced. This becomes even more complex when the chassis is required to interact with assistance systems and other systems for fully automated driving. New demands are also created by the introduction of modern electric and electronic architectures. All these requirements must be met by the chassis along with its subsystems steering, brakes, tires and wheels.

Billions of people throughout the world use vehicles every day, and their safety, comfort, and driving experience all depend to a great extent on the performance of modern chassis systems. These systems must not only ensure stability, steering precision, braking performance, and interaction with the tires, they must also offer maximum comfort and must flexibly adapt to different driving situations.

State-of-the-art vehicle architectures integrate innovative steering, braking, chassis, and tire systems that optimize the driving experience by using software-based solutions and intelligent automation. Sustainability and cost-effective solutions play a decisive role in enabling broad market penetration while at the same time minimizing environmental impact.