ZF opens e-mobility plant in Shenyang to power NEV growth
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ZF opens e-mobility plant in Shenyang to power NEV growth

ZF Group, a global leader in mobility systems based in Friedrichshafen, Germany, has inaugurated its third e-mobility plant in China, marking a significant milestone in its electrification journey. The ZF Electric Mobility Systems (Shenyang) Co., Ltd. will focus on manufacturing advanced electric axle drives for new energy vehicles (NEVs), catering to the rapidly growing Chinese EV market and supporting the global green mobility shift.

The plant utilises ZF’s modular electric drive platform, producing systems with power capacities ranging from 100kW to 300kW. These include advanced motors with hairpin winding for improved efficiency, ZF’s High 2.0 SiC power electronics, and optimised reducers to deliver high performance with minimal noise and vibration.

“ZF attaches great importance to the Chinese market, the opening of the new  plant in Shenyang, fully demonstrates ZF’s determination to continue to invest  and innovate in China,” said Renee Wang, executive vice president, president of  China and Operation Asia Pacific, ZF Group.

“The opening of Shenyang e-mobility plant is a further milestone for ZF in its electrification transformation. With the rapid growth of the Chinese EV market, ZF must continuously thrive to play an essential role in serving the auto industry’s electrification transformation with its broad product portfolio, strong technical  expertise and high-quality DNA”, said Timo Maisel, senior vice president of Electrified Powertrain Technology Division, Asia Pacific, ZF Group. 

The facility is set to begin full-scale production in 2025, further accelerating ZF’s contribution to the electrification of the automotive industry.

The new plant joins ZF’s existing e-mobility facilities in Hangzhou and marks a key step in the company’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the world’s largest EV market, ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality and efficient e-mobility solutions.