A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT KIND OF CAR SUSPENSION - AUTOLINE AFTER HOURS 623

EV Channels Review

Autoline After Hours features an insightful discussion with Christian Steinmann, CTO of ClearMotion, about their revolutionary active suspension system. Unlike adaptive systems, ClearMotion's technology actively counteracts road imperfections using an actuator and sensor, akin to noise-canceling headphones. This system promises enhanced comfort, improved handling by keeping the vehicle flat, and even new entertainment possibilities, such as synchronized motion for movies. The technology is slated for production with an unnamed luxury automaker in late 2024. Steinmann highlights the system's compact design, proprietary software, and a focus on scalability from premium to mass-market vehicles. The latter half of the show delves into the strategic necessity for legacy automakers to spin off their ICE operations, with Renault and Volvo leading the way, a move advocated by the panel as a path to greater efficiency and focus in a rapidly evolving industry.