power steering

noun

: an automotive steering system with engine power used to amplify the torque applied at the steering wheel by the driver

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There are significant technical differences between the two categories — for example, the F2 car lacks power steering — and overall, F1 machines are far more complex. Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 4 July 2026 The lower-than-normal system voltage from a weak battery, failing alternator, slipping belt or poor electrical connection can affect the electric power steering system. John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2026 The wiring of the vehicles' electric hydraulic power steering pump – a system used for steering – may overheat and cause a fire, even if the car is parked with the ignition off, according to the notice. Melina Khan, USA Today, 9 June 2026 Larson retired from the race with 60 laps remaining because of a power steering failure. ABC News, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for power steering

Word History

First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of power steering was in 1932

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“Power steering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/power%20steering. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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