Jiangsu Zhongxin Auto Parts, based in Hailing district, Taizhou, Jiangsu province, is struggling to keep up with surging demand. The company's order book now stretches into 2027, fueled by a major contract with electric motorcycle maker Jiangsu Keeway Power Technology and deepening partnerships with Segway-Ninebot, Yadea, Honda, and Haojue.
Zhongxin's frame production line. [Photo/WeChat account: weihailing0523]
To meet the flood of orders, Zhongxin is pouring 300 million yuan ($44.22 million) into a sweeping factory overhaul. The company plans to add 30 fully automated production lines and push automation coverage from 85 percent to near-total.
The upgrade, slated to launch in October, will boost daily output from 300 to 1,500 frames — a fivefold jump.
"Customers don't just want volume. They want strength and consistency," said Lu Huawei, vice president of production. Zhongxin's frames achieve a welding elongation rate of one-third, well above industry norms, ensuring durability and uniform fit for premium models.
In March, following the Keeway deal, the company allocated an investment of 8 million yuan towards new presses and robotic automation. This strategic move enabled a rapid transition from research and development to mass production within a remarkable timeframe of just 30 days. As a result, the company is now capable of shipping 6,000 frames daily across a diverse portfolio of 10 models.
With R&D spending rising from 11.6 million yuan in 2025 to a planned 17 million yuan in 2026, Zhongxin is targeting 700 million yuan in annual sales and 2.6 million frame units this year.