Nexteer Automotive’s intelligent software suite, MotionIQ™, has earned top honors as the “Automotive Software Solution of the Year” at the sixth annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards, a global platform spotlighting exceptional technologies and companies shaping the future of transportation.
Built on advanced algorithms currently running in over 120 million vehicles worldwide, MotionIQ™ integrates vehicle motion control, development acceleration tools, and predictive diagnostics into one powerful system. This all-in-one suite enables automakers to launch new features faster, enhance quality, and manage costs more effectively.
“MotionIQ is designed to help automakers deliver safer and more personalized driving experiences, while significantly improving efficiency across the product lifecycle,” said Robin Milavec, President, CTO, CSO, and Executive Board Director at Nexteer. “This recognition reinforces our leadership in software for motion control and our ability to support automakers in solving the growing complexity of software-defined vehicle systems.”
Nexteer’s MotionIQ™ software suite is designed to meet the evolving demands of modern vehicle platforms. It brings together three tightly integrated modules that work in unison to deliver high-precision motion control, speed up the development of new features, and enable continuous monitoring of vehicle systems. This combination helps automakers respond faster to market needs while maintaining high standards of safety and performance.
The MotionIQ/Control™ module enhances vehicle dynamics by offering advanced functions that improve both safety and driver experience. Features such as Steer-by-Brake, Hands-Off Detection, Quiet Wheel™ Steering, and Road Surface Detection allow for smarter and more responsive vehicle behavior. These capabilities are particularly valuable in the development of automated and driver-assist technologies.
Next, the MotionIQ/Dev™ module focuses on accelerating the development cycle for steering and chassis features. With automation tools and a model-based, no-code environment, OEMs can create, simulate, and validate custom control algorithms more efficiently than ever. What used to take days can now be accomplished in minutes, giving manufacturers the agility to innovate rapidly and bring features to market faster.
The third component, MotionIQ/Health™, plays a crucial role in vehicle reliability and maintenance. Using artificial intelligence and virtual sensors, this module monitors the real-time condition of key systems such as steering mechanisms, chassis elements, and even tires. By detecting potential issues early, it helps reduce diagnostic time, avoid unexpected failures, and lower maintenance costs.
Together, these three modules position MotionIQ™ as a powerful enabler of next-generation mobility. By combining intelligent motion control, rapid feature development, and predictive system monitoring, the suite empowers OEMs to build vehicles that are not only smarter and safer but also more cost-effective to maintain and quicker to adapt to changing consumer expectations.
Beyond technology, MotionIQ redefines how carmakers and technology partners work together. By giving OEMs more control over software development—while still benefiting from Nexteer’s deep expertise in safety-critical systems—the platform creates a hybrid approach that balances internal flexibility with external support.
“Automakers are racing to deliver software-led vehicles at a lower cost and on tighter timelines, but traditional engineering models are holding them back,” said Bryan Vaughn, Managing Director of AutoTech Breakthrough. “Nexteer’s MotionIQ suite brings together motion intelligence, proactive system health, and accelerated development—all in one cohesive solution. It’s a major step forward in enabling truly software-defined mobility.”
The AutoTech Breakthrough Awards are part of Tech Breakthrough, a prominent market intelligence firm that recognizes standout innovators across high-growth industries. The automotive awards program celebrates achievements in areas such as EV technology, telematics, cybersecurity, connectivity, ADAS, and more—highlighting companies pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in transportation.
