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Driver assistance features like lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control provide support – but full responsibility remains with the human driver.

“You drive. Your car supports.”

The vehicle can steer and brake simultaneously – ideal for highway or traffic jam scenarios. The driver must stay alert and ready to intervene at any moment.

“The system takes control – but you remain responsible.”

 

Under clearly defined conditions, the vehicle temporarily takes over driving. Still, the driver must be ready to retake control if necessary.

“You can relax – but not for too long.”

Level 4 systems operate fully autonomously within defined Operational Design Domains (ODDs) – such as campuses, test tracks, or urban shuttles.

Technical Requirements:

• Redundant Drive-by-Wire architecture (Safety-by-wire©)
• ISO 26262 ASIL D & ISO 61508 SIL3 compliance
• TÜV-certified control system
• OEM-ready sensor integration for perception

 

SAE Level 5 vehicles drive fully independently under all conditions – globally, in any weather, without human input.

Technical Requirements:

• Fully redundant control system (Safety-by-wire©)
• Platform-independent hardware for land, sea, and air
• Compatibility with diverse sensor stacks and navigation tools
• High-availability control (fail-operational)

 

Autonomous driving addresses multiple macro challenges:

• Driver shortages: Especially in logistics and public transport.
• Road safety: Over 90% of all accidents are caused by human error.
• Climate & efficiency: Less congestion, better fleet utilization, reduced emissions.
• Mobility for all: The elderly, children, people with disabilities – autonomy empowers them.

Quite literally: NX NextMotion provides a hardwired digital path from command to actuator. No servo pumps, no gears, no cables – instead: high-speed communication via Automotive Ethernet and SAFE-CAN A/B networks.

Why It Matters

• Freedom in design – no restrictions from shafts or hydraulics.
• Redundant safety – automatic error isolation and ECU switching.
• OTA-capable – remote updates and security patches.
• Autonomy-ready – a foundational technology for autonomous and teleoperated driving.

Bottom Line: If You Control Drive-by-Wire, You Control the Future

NX NextMotion is no prototype. It’s certified, road-tested, and built for Level-5 autonomy. This isn’t a concept. It’s real. And those who master this technology will shape the next generation of intelligent, self-driving mobility.

Industry by Industry – A Powerful Technology Transfer

Agriculture

• Autonomous tractors for precise, 24/7 operations
• Electronic implement control and centimeter-level lane accuracy
• Lighter vehicles reduce soil compaction and increase yield

Construction & Mining

• Remote-controlled machinery in hazardous zones
• Automated grading and precision control in confined spaces
• Reliable performance under extreme temperatures and conditions

Public Transport

• Autonomous shuttles for urban and suburban routes
• Smooth steering and braking improve safety and rider comfort
• Higher fleet availability through around-the-clock operations

Logistics & Fleet Management

• Platooning: trucks follow a digitally piloted lead vehicle
• Fuel savings through aerodynamic efficiency
• Reduced driver demand – one operator, multiple vehicles

Accessibility & Inclusive Mobility

• Custom controls: joystick, speech input, HMI interfaces
• Barrier-free configuration via programmable signals
• Semi- or fully autonomous modes enable true independence