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The market for electrically-assisted steering systems continues to blossom. Demand is being fuelled by a range of factors, not least that electric systems are more economical to run, lighter, recyclable and easier to package and install compared to conventional hydraulic systems. Continuing just-auto's series of interviews with global steering manufacturers, Matthew Beecham talked with Paul Poirel, Chief Product Engineer, Europe, Nexteer Automotive.