RAYONG, Thailand: Nexteer Automotive recently opened its first manufacturing site in Thailand, located in Rayong.
The global leading motion control technology company said this represents the latest step in its ongoing strategy to optimise its global manufacturing footprint.
Nexteer Automotive's portfolio supports by-wire chassis control, including electric and hydraulic power steering systems, steer-by-wire and rear-wheel steering systems, steering columns and intermediate shafts, driveline systems, software solutions and brake-by-wire.
Celebrating 120 years of automotive innovation in 2026, Nexteer solves motion control challenges across all megatrends – including electrification, software/connectivity, ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems)/automated driving and shared mobility – for global and domestic OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) around the world including BMW, Ford, GM, RNM, Stellantis, Toyota and VW, as well as automakers in India and China including BYD, Xiaomi, ChangAn, Li Auto, Chery, Great Wall, Geely, Xpeng and others.
The new plant strengthens Nexteer's ability to meet growing demand for advanced motion control technologies in Southeast Asia while enhancing the company's local responsiveness and support for OEM customers.
It also reinforces Nexteer's position as a preferred supplier to leading Chinese OEMs that are rapidly expanding their presence in the region.
The 5,000 sq metre facility has started production, initially focusing on Column-Assist Electric Power Steering (CEPS) systems.
CEPS systems integrate the motor, controller and sensors within the steering column to deliver precise and efficient steering performance.
"Nexteer is committed to delivering exceptional value and responsiveness to our OEM customers, and our new Thailand facility represents a strategic investment to expand our capabilities in Southeast Asia," said Nexteer senior vice president, chief strategy officer and APAC division president Jun Li.
"As we ramp up production, we will continue evaluating growth opportunities to expand our capabilities and further capitalise on the strong growth momentum in APAC (Asia-Pacific), particularly in Southeast Asia."
Nexteer's Thailand facility joins the company's global network of 27 manufacturing plants, five technical centres and 13 customer service centres.
