The by-wire Code

Everything to know about autonomous technology

Up-to-date information on exciting topics relating to autonomous driving.

Autos mit Abstandssystem auf einer Autobahn

02/17/2025

Drive-by-Wire & Autonomous Driving – The Key Technology for Level 5

Fully autonomous Level 5 vehicles must operate without any human intervention. In this highest autonomy stage, there is no steering wheel or pedals—the vehicle manages all driving functions independently.

[Translate to English:] Autobahn mit Laserbeschriftungen

02/14/2025

Why Drive-by-Wire is the Future of Vehicle Steering

For decades, vehicle steering systems have remained largely unchanged—mechanical connections between the steering wheel and the wheels have been the norm. However, as vehicles become more electrified, automated, and connected, traditional systems are reaching their limits.

[Translate to English:] LKWs auf einem Speditionsparkplatz

02/14/2025

Safety & Redundancy – Why Drive-by-Wire Must Be Fail-Operational

Drive-by-Wire systems offer major advantages in terms of design flexibility, weight reduction, and autonomous vehicle integration. However, while mechanical steering systems provide a natural fail-safe mechanism through their physical link between the steering wheel and the wheels, a fully electronic system must ensure continuous control, even in the event of a failure.