Nexteer Automotive Expands Global Footprint with New Smart Manufacturing Facility in Liuzhou, China

Nexteer Automotive has officially commenced the construction of a new smart manufacturing facility in Liuzhou, China, marking a significant step in the company's strategic growth within the APAC steering market. This development is poised to enhance Nexteer's production capabilities and supply chain integration, catering to the increasing demand from both domestic and global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

The new facility is designed to bolster in-house production of critical components such as Column-Assist Electric Power Steering (CEPS) systems and Modular Power Packs, which are integral to the safety, serviceability, and integration of intelligent vehicle platforms. Spanning over 40,000 square meters, the site will feature advanced laboratories, test tracks, and an employee center, with full operational status expected by the first half of 2026.

Jun Li, Nexteer's Global Vice President and APAC Division President, highlighted the facility's role in scaling capacity to meet the burgeoning demand for Nexteer's steering solutions across China and the broader APAC region. The initiative underscores Nexteer's commitment to smart, sustainable, and high-quality manufacturing, aligning with local priorities for sustainable industrial development.

Robin Milavec, President, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Strategy Officer, and Executive Board Director of Nexteer Automotive, emphasized the company's dual approach of thinking globally while acting locally. This strategy has cemented Nexteer's position among China's top automotive OEMs and supports its vision to advance mobility that is safe, green, and exciting.

The Liuzhou facility will work in tandem with Nexteer's APAC Technical Center in Suzhou, China, reinforcing the company's global manufacturing footprint. With a focus on energy-efficient infrastructure and advanced automation, the new plant exemplifies Nexteer's dedication to responsible innovation and its leadership in motion control technology.