“Technological sovereignty means that Europe must be able to develop, manufacture and certify security-critical technologies independently.” – German Federal Ministry of Defence, Strategy Paper on Digital Defence, 2023
The Solution: Drive-by-Wire Technology by Arnold NextG
NX NextMotion is a drive-by-wire platform that digitally and redundantly controls key driving functions such as steering, acceleration and braking. Mechanical control is replaced by electronic signal paths – managed via safety-certified software architectures. The system is modular, compatible with a wide range of vehicle types, and field-proven for mission-critical environments.
Key Technical Features:
- Fully redundant signal transmission for all driving commands
- Cyber-secure communication architecture (ISO 21434)
- Functional safety certified according to ISO 26262 and SIL3
- Suitable for autonomous, remote-controlled and hybrid operation modes
Military Applications: A New Dimension of Tactical Mobility
NX NextMotion enables advanced operational mobility in various military scenarios:
- Convoy protection with zero personnel risk
- Logistics missions in hostile zones – remote or semi-autonomous
- Reconnaissance and resupply via high-availability platforms
- Special-purpose vehicles for rescue, decontamination or engineer units
Its open interface architecture allows for simplified integration into existing fleets. The platform is vehicle-agnostic and adaptable to NATO standards.
“Autonomous systems reduce personnel risk, increase the speed and precision of military decision-making, and are essential for resilient armed forces in complex environments.”
– European Defence Agency, Action Plan on Autonomous Systems, 2024
Production Depth and Quality Assurance
NX NextMotion is fully developed and manufactured in Germany. Arnold NextG provides in-house development, homologation and integration – including specialist vehicle construction with road approval. Each system is tested under real-world conditions and tailored to specific operational requirements. This ensures short integration cycles and maximum operational reliability.
Conclusion: Mobility as a Strategic Element of Digital Defence
With NX NextMotion, Arnold NextG offers a ready-to-deploy, scalable drive-by-wire platform tailored for digital defence environments. The technology enables autonomous vehicle control and seamless integration into command-and-control infrastructures – delivering a strategic contribution to Europe’s digital resilience.
We control what moves!
About Arnold NextG:
Arnold NextG realizes the safety-by-wire® technology of tomorrow: The multi-redundant central control unit NX NextMotion enables a fail-safe and individual implementation, independent of the vehicle platform and unique worldwide. The system can be used to safely implement autonomous vehicle concepts in accordance with the latest hardware, software and safety standards, as well as remote control, teleoperation or platooning solutions. As an independent pre-developer, incubator and system supplier, Arnold NextG takes care of planning and implementation – from vision to road approval. With the road approval of NX NextMotion, we are setting the global drive-by-wire standard. www.arnoldnextg.com
Arnold NextG GmbH
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72539 Pfronstetten-Aichelau
Telefon: +49 175 3218157
http://www.arnoldnextg.de
Head of Vice President Business and Corporate Development
E-Mail: mathias.koch@arnoldnextg.de
