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      06-30-2015, 09:56 PM   #40
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Originally Posted by Kzang View Post
I think... the reason why BMW went with the electronic steering is so that BMW could implement the "vibration" feel on the lane change and blindspot features along with the ACC options that are now available on most modern cars. With the hydraulic steering I assume this is not possible.
I think its more about efficiency. A hydraulic pump driven off the engine is less efficient than a separate electric motor.
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