Glossary / General

drive-by-wire

18 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Drive-by-wire means that instead of using physical cables to connect the gas pedal to the engine, the car uses electronic signals. This makes it easier for the car to control how much power it gives.

Technical Definition

Drive-by-wire is a technology that replaces traditional mechanical linkages between the accelerator pedal and the throttle body with electronic controls. This system enhances precision and allows for features like traction control and stability management.

Hear It Discussed

"[4630.2s] They're all manual. [4631.4s] I don't even have a single drive by wire. [4633.2s] Not true. [4633.9s] I have one drive by wire car, but everything else is..."
Is The Longbow Speedster The Future Of British Roadsters? — Carmudgeon w/ Cammisa & DTS — Ep 236 The Carmudgeon Show 17:10

"Oh, please tell me it was the fucking electronic steering. Drive by wire."
Tread Patterns - DWA! Podcast Ep. #935 Driving While Awesome 47:51

"I mean you've got drive by wire, you've got steering by wire, you've got by wire throttle."
Leno Law, Toyota Takes EVs Off-Road, Understanding the Software Defined Vehicle Car Stuff Podcast 29:57