power steering

noun

, Automotive.

1. an automotive steering system in which the engine's power is used to supplement the driver's effort in turning the steering wheel.

power steering

noun

1. a form of steering used on vehicles, where the torque applied to the steering wheel is augmented by engine power Also calledpower-assisted steering

Word History and Origins

Origin of power steering¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

Its driverless car software, which it has claimed will unleash a new wave of growth, has also been under scrutiny, while safety officials have been probing the firm's power steering and other areas.

From BBC

There's obviously no power steering, and there are wooden padded brakes.

From Salon

“Disappointed to say the least. Lost the power steering and the engine power on the formation lap. It hurts,” Leclerc said in his social media channels after the race.

From Washington Times

“The mechanical failure last week with the power steering, that sealed our fate,” Hamlin said.

From Seattle Times

Campbell claimed the car - which investigators established had no contributory defects - had problems with its power steering and he had panicked and pressed down on the accelerator.

From BBC