drive-by-wire
drive-by-wire ▶noun [ often as modifier ] a semiautomatic and normally computer-regulated system for controlling the engine, handling, suspension, and other functions of a motor vehicle. Also called steer-by-wire.
drive-by-wire (also steer-by-wire ) ▶noun [ mass noun ] [ usu. as modifier ] a semi-automatic and typically computer-regulated system for controlling the engine, handling, suspension, and other functions of a motor vehicle.