What are the advantages of Electric Power Steering (EPS) over hydraulic steering?

EPS advantages include: Better fuel efficiency (no parasitic pump load, 3-5% improvement), variable assist tuning through software, easier integration with ADAS features (lane keeping, parking assist), reduced weight and complexity (no pump, hoses, fluid), lower maintenance, and packaging flexibility. EPS can provide speed-sensitive assist and simulate road feel. Modern vehicles almost exclusively use EPS, with hydraulic retained only in heavy commercial vehicles.