On October 25, Wuxi Yuanlong Metal Products Co., Ltd. officially broke ground on a new manufacturing project in the Huishan Economic Development Zone, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province. The project will focus on precision components for new energy vehicle (NEV) power batteries, PET-based new materials, intelligent cockpit systems, and automotive parts.

With a total investment of approximately RMB 600 million (USD 84 million), the project is expected to generate an annual output value of around RMB 1 billion (USD 140 million) upon completion, further strengthening Wuxi's industrial capabilities in the new energy vehicle components sector.

Expanding Automotive Manufacturing Capabilities

Founded on December 22, 2010, Wuxi Yuanlong Metal Products Co., Ltd. is a controlled subsidiary of Yuanlong Group. The company specializes in the research, development, production, and sales of precision welded steel tubes for automotive applications.

Its products are widely used in automotive seat structures, oil supply and drainage pipes, exhaust systems, and dashboard support structures. The company's components are used in vehicles produced by several major automakers, including Changan Ford and Nissan's Guangzhou operations, among others.

In 2025, Yuanlong secured several significant patents related to new energy vehicle battery trays, including a patented battery tray frame beam with an integrated cushioning function, highlighting its growing technological capabilities in the NEV supply chain.

Wuxi's Automotive Industry Continues to Grow

According to the Wuxi Municipal Bureau of Industry and Information Technology, the city has spent decades developing its automotive and auto parts industry.

Today, Wuxi is home to an automotive industrial cluster valued at approximately RMB 220 billion (USD 30.8 billion), with more than 500 industrial enterprises above the designated size.

The city has established a comprehensive automotive supply chain covering vehicle manufacturing, core powertrain components, electric drive and control systems, and lightweight precision structural components.

Wuxi is also home to leading automotive manufacturers and suppliers, including SAIC MAXUS, Weifu Lida, FAW Xichai, XPT Technology, and Dicastal Wheel Manufacturing.

With strong capabilities in complete vehicle manufacturing, engine components, electric drive systems, electronic controls, and lightweight structural parts, Wuxi continues to reinforce its position as a major automotive manufacturing hub in China.

Its well-established industrial foundation and integrated supply chain provide strong support for the continued development of China's automotive and new energy vehicle industries.

Source: Wuxi Municipal Government (Wuxi Fabu) and Wuxi Municipal Bureau of Industry and Information Technology.

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