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延锋出席ESG中国·创新年会

jieru_hu — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:28:54 +0000

Yanfeng attends ESG China · Innovation Annual Conference jieru_hu Wed, 10/29/2025 - 09:16

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Shanghai, China

27/10/2025

Yanfeng attends ESG China · Innovation Annual Conference

The ESG China · Innovation Annual Conference (2025) and the first Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) International Exposition were recently held in Beijing. Wang Tao, Vice President of Procurement at Yanfeng, was invited to attend and deliver a keynote speech.

With the theme "Full-chain innovation leads, green transformation shapes the future", this year's conference aimed to inspire ESG innovation initiatives among Chinese companies and promote the development of the ESG system with Chinese characteristics. Participants included representatives from national ministries and regulatory authorities, central state-owned companies, academic institutions, professional organizations, as well as leading companies in such fields such as internet, manufacturing, and finance.

In his speech, Wang Tao shared Yanfeng's sustainable development strategy and innovative practices in supply chain low-carbon transformation and circular economy, fully demonstrating Yanfeng's firm commitment to promoting sustainable development across the entire industrial chain and the progress achieved.

Yanfeng has engaged in carbon reduction work since 2019, and our solid investment in the ESG field has won high recognition from international authoritative institutions. Yanfeng not only received an A- rating in climate change from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for four consecutive years but also obtained the EcoVadis Gold Certification for the first time in 2024. This marks Yanfeng's outstanding performance in environmental management and social responsibility, which has reached a global leading level.

Focusing on supply chain low-carbon transformation and circular economy, Wang Tao highlighted Yanfeng's systematic initiatives:

Large-scale application of recycled materials: In 2024, Yanfeng's global procurement of recycled resins increased by 31% compared to the previous year. Sustainable materials such as renewable natural fibers and bio-based materials have been widely used in products like smart cabin.

Zero-carbon optimization of energy structure: Yanfeng continues to promote distributed photovoltaics for self-generation and self-consumption, as well as the purchase of green electricity. In 2024, the proportion of renewable energy used in global operations reached 42%.

Carbon emission data collection: In 2022, Yanfeng launched a carbon emission tracking system. Up to now, more than 130 plants worldwide have been connected to this system, providing a reliable data foundation for internal carbon management and information disclosure.

Looking ahead, Wang Tao emphasized that Yanfeng will deeply integrate ESG concepts into every aspect of its development and strengthen collaboration with partners in the field of sustainable development. "The supply chain is the core battlefield for Yanfeng to implement the ESG strategy. Through close partner collaboration, we are transforming the requirements for low-carbonization and circularization into specific actions, jointly contributing to the green transformation of the automotive industry and moving towards a zero-emission future."

延锋亮相2025世界NCAP大会共启安全新程

jieru_hu — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:24:32 +0000

Yanfeng participates in 2025 NCAP World Congress  jieru_hu Tue, 10/28/2025 - 09:01

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Shanghai, China

20/10/2025

Yanfeng participates in 2025 NCAP World Congress 

On October 15th, the 2025 New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) World Congress opened in Shanghai. This is the second time the summit has been held in China, demonstrating China’s growing influence in the global automotive safety field. Yanfeng, as a participant and innovation driver, discussed with global authorities, industry leaders, and technical experts to explore the future of automotive safety. 

During the afternoon session of the congress, Yanfeng delivered a keynote speech on "Yanfeng's Research on Safety Protection for Zero-Gravity Seats." It shared innovative paths and systematic solutions for passengers’ safety protection in smart cabin environments. Yanfeng first proposed the "in-vehicle zero gravity" concept, redefined the comfort and safety boundaries of smart mobility, and deeply participated in relevant industry standard-setting. Notably, Yanfeng is the world’s first automotive component company to launch zero-gravity seats with complete safety protection measures, achieving a breakthrough from concept to mass production. This provides implementable Chinese solutions for passive safety in smart cabin, marking the transition of Chinese companies from participants to leaders in the international automotive safety field. 

At the summit site, Yanfeng comprehensively showcased its complete passive safety product line, as well as its system-level supply capabilities and technological innovation strength. Several core products, including SAFE UNIT Seating Integrated Safety Technology, intelligent airbag systems, and ClickRim Modular Steering Wheel, attracted attention. Through systematic, platform-based, and intelligent layout, Yanfeng provides global customers with safer, more efficient, and cost-effective safety solutions for intelligent driving. 

Zang Chungao, General Manager of Yanfeng, stated: "Safety has no borders. Only through open collaboration and ecosystem building can we achieve a more efficient and reliable future for global automotive safety. Yanfeng will actively integrate into and contribute to the global NCAP safety evaluation system and contribute Chinese strength to building a safer mobility ecosystem." 

Taking the opportunity of this congress, Yanfeng conducted in-depth exchanges with authoritative institutions such as the China Automotive Technology and Research Center (CATARC) and Global NCAP, discussing issues related to passenger safety of zero-gravity seats. It also established a long-term communication mechanism with global NCAP organizations. In the future, Yanfeng will continue to contribute to the improvement of China’s automotive safety standards and promote the alignment of product development with global standards. 

XIM25斩获2025红点奖重塑智慧出行体验

jieru_hu — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:45:31 +0000

Yanfeng wins 2025 Red Dot Design Award jieru_hu Tue, 10/21/2025 - 16:10

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Shanghai, China

15/10/2025

Yanfeng wins 2025 Red Dot Design Award

Yanfeng won the 2025 Red Dot Design Award with its smart cabin design, XIM25. This not only affirms its design capabilities but also marks a new breakthrough in the smart mobility experience. Focusing on the emotional connection, self-expression, and psychological security needs of young people, XIM25 aims to create a humanized mobile space.

Core highlights of XIM25
Designed around the emotional needs of Gen Z, the XIM25 features a flexible cabin space. Its ambient lighting and haptic feedback can be adjusted based on mood, while its interactive seats are designed to make every passenger feel like a "protagonist."
It breaks the boundary between the inside and outside of the vehicle, offering reconfigurable seat layouts and a lie-flat rear seat option, enabling a "life on the go" experience.
An AI-powered emotion-sensing system and customizable lighting, combined with natural materials, work together to create a soothing, sensory atmosphere.
It moves away from traditional control logic, allowing for information sharing and personalized customization. The use of sustainable materials integrates eco-consciousness throughout the product's life cycle, balancing aesthetics with environmental responsibility.

Conversation with the design team
Reflecting on the design process, the team explained that their goal wasn't just about style, but about blending aesthetics, functionality, and experience to solve real user problems. When processing feedback, they used the core vision as their guide, incorporating valid suggestions through methods like prototype testing to avoid straying from the original intent.
When evaluating design ideas, they prioritized user relevance, innovation potential, and sustainability, focusing on solutions that were both valuable and feasible. The team's cross-disciplinary expertise in areas like industrial design and user experience allowed them to balance forward-thinking innovation with practical mass-production considerations. Resources like virtual technology and user scenario labs helped them efficiently test and validate features, ensuring user-centric innovation.

The XIM25 is more than just a smart cabin. It embodies Yanfeng's thoughtful and human-centered vision for the future of mobility. Moving forward, Yanfeng will continue to create even more imaginative future concepts.

Yanfeng releases 2024 ESG report highlighting sustainability achievements

jieru_hu — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:57:58 +0000

Yanfeng releases 2024 ESG report highlighting sustainability achievements

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Shanghai, China

25/07/2025

Yanfeng releases 2024 ESG report highlighting sustainability achievements

Yanfeng, a leading global automotive supplier, officially released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, showcasing significant progress across its sustainability initiatives. The report highlights the company's unwavering commitment to responsible operations through measurable achievements in renewable energy adoption, circular economy practices, and social responsibility programs.

Key achievements in 2024 include:

Renewable Energy: 42% of global energy was sourced from renewables, with solar contributing 4.2%.
Circular Economy: A 31% increase in recycled plastic resin purchases.
Industry Recognition: Maintained an A- CDP rating for climate disclosure and earned an EcoVadis Silver Medal.

"Our 2024 ESG accomplishments reflect our team's dedication to integrating responsible practices throughout our operations," said Zang Chungao, CEO, Yanfeng. "From renewable energy to sustainable materials, we're creating long-term value for all stakeholders."

Yanfeng is on track for its net-zero emissions target (Scope 1 & 2) by 2030, embedding sustainability into product development with recyclable materials and modular designs.

The company also strengthened its commitment to the UN Global Compact and Sustainable Development Goals through ethical operations and record employee volunteer hours.

The full 2024 ESG Report is available [here]. Yanfeng continues to innovate and collaborate, advancing sustainable mobility solutions worldwide.

延锋践行全球气候承诺

jieru_hu — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 02:07:23 +0000

Yanfeng reaffirms its global commitment to climate protection jieru_hu Fri, 03/21/2025 - 10:12

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Bratislava, Slovakia

17/03/2025

Yanfeng reaffirms its global commitment to climate protection

Receiving the CDP A- rating for the fourth time

Yanfeng continues to work hard to protect the climate and has achieved an A- rating in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) Climate Disclosure 2024 for the fourth consecutive year for our Interiors division.

Yanfeng's A- score puts it in the leadership group. This means that the company performs much better compared to its competitors in the plastics products industry, outperforming both the regional Asian and global averages for this group. Last year, more than 24,800 CDP companies rated their environmental performance. To receive an "A" score, companies must demonstrate clear environmental leadership, disclose climate action, and show best practices in reducing their carbon footprint. Companies must provide evidence of their climate strategies, including science-based climate protection targets and plans. This is the fourth consecutive year that Yanfeng has achieved an A- in this assessment. Yanfeng Interiors began providing climate data for the CDP project in 2018.

Success also in new important categories

Yanfeng Interiors has made significant strides in its sustainability efforts, earning a B score in the 2024 CDP Water Security report. This reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible water management and environmental stewardship. In addition, Yanfeng Interiors marks a significant milestone by making its debut in the 2024 CDP Forests report, where it earned a B- score, demonstrating its dedication to forest conservation and sustainable supply chains.

On the other hand, Yanfeng Seating has taken a significant step forward, entering the CDP Climate Change 2024 disclosure for the first time and earning a notable B rating. This accomplishment underscores the company's proactive approach to tackling climate change and its position as a leader in sustainable practices within the automotive industry.

"Within our procurement organization, we have the potential to make important environmental changes in our supply chain. For this reason, we are not only focusing on our performance in this area, but we are also working closely with our suppliers to accelerate environmental action across the company's supply chain," said Gunnar Büchter, Global Head of Sustainability and Executive Director for Procurement at Yanfeng.

These achievements highlight Yanfeng’s leadership in driving sustainability within the automotive sector, aligning innovation with responsible environmental practices, and positioning the company for long-term success in a rapidly evolving industry.

延锋发布XiM25智能座舱，以创新技术触动Z世代

jieru_hu — Sat, 12 Oct 2024 02:50:29 +0000

Yanfeng Releases XiM25 - the Smart Cabin Designed for Generation Z jieru_hu Sat, 10/12/2024 - 11:05

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Shanghai, China

21/10/2024

Yanfeng Releases XiM25 - the Smart Cabin Designed for Generation Z

Yanfeng, the leading global automotive supplier, unveiled its XiM25 smart cabin concept targeting the next generation of consumers. Equipped with dozens of exciting and innovative technologies, XiM25 aims to redefine the cabin space for future mobility.

With the rise of Generation Z, their understanding of the automobile has changed from a transportation tool to a mobile private space. A personalized and intelligent travel experience that combines camping, resting, movie watching, gaming, and other highly interactive features has become their new expectation. In response to this insight, Yanfeng has introduced the new design theme "FLUID SPACE" to cater to the needs. By upgrading the user interaction connected with intelligence and injecting the design aesthetics blended with technology, it creates a comfortable traveling experience.

User Interaction Connected to Intelligence

Today's rapidly changing era has seen a shift in consumer expectations for vehicles. Customers seek a smart and highly interactive moving experience beyond just transportation.

On XiM25, through the Ultra-wide Panoramic 3D Heads-Up Display, Yanfeng creatively integrates ultra-high-definition suspended image technology with the interior optical surface, and the ultra-wide display spanning between the two A-pillars is back-projected to a more comfortable viewing position, further enhancing the immersive visual interaction experience of the virtual and real worlds.

The ClickRim™ steering wheel is a great representative of modular design. The innovative concept has led to the development of self-wrapping connectors that enable the automatic wrapping of the steering wheel. The steering wheel features a unique self-aligning housing and electrical connection system, along with pre-installed hands-off detection and heating modules, which significantly reduces the overall complexity of the steering wheel. The new autowrap process supports a wide range of wrapping material options, saving approximately two-thirds of traditional production time per steering wheel and greatly improving the efficiency of steering wheel assembly.

The exclusive WAVE air vent simulates natural wind, with its special blade structure and cost-effective motors. The airflow's speed changes in a soothing, wave-like pattern, making passengers feel a refreshing breeze inside the car. It can also integrate with the cockpit's functional lighting for a more intuitive interactive experience.

Additionally, XiM25 is paired with an ultra-wideband digital key with centimeter-level in-cabin positioning. The mobile device with a digital key can automatically unlock car doors when it comes within 3 meters of the vehicle. It can also accurately control the opening and closing of different car doors and activate the welcome function. Through cross-positioning tech, the cabin can achieve centimeter-level precise positioning, which can provide personalized services for multiple users and multiple scenarios.

Comfort for the body and mind

Safety and comfort have always been the focus of automobile consumers. In recent years, people have put forward higher requirements than ever for the comfort experience during the driving process, and they also have high expectations for multiple modes of seat adjustment in multiple scenarios.

SafeUnit™, the packaged seat-safety solutions, fully demonstrates Yanfeng’s unique integration advantages. The solution consists of several innovative components like Pre-Crash Seat Rapid Recovery, Seat Follower, Seat-Integrated Seat Belt, Seat Cushion Airbag, and Headset Airbag. These components are designed to protect occupants in various forward-facing positions, from the standard seated position to a wide-angle reclining position, in the event of a frontal, side-end, small-offset collision, and rollover accident.

Applied with the long sliding mechanism, the headliner display can perfectly align with the curved shape of various roof models. It has an extra-long sliding distance of 1520mm to cover the entire roof and comes with a variety of display sizes, including ultra-wide displays. The screen can rotate 58.5° front and rear, making it suitable for both front and rear passengers and various usage scenarios.

The Adaptive Zero Gravity Seat, which can be rotated sideways, is also technologically impressive. Thanks to the innovative seat movement mechanism and silent brushless motors, the seat rotates 90° sideways and slides over long distances. Making it suitable for new usage scenarios in L2-L3 autonomous driving modes.

Whether partially or fully reclined, paired with an adjusted floating leg rest, passengers can enjoy a home-like experience within the cabin. A suspension layer filled with ultra-soft PES silk between the seat surface and foam provides excellent breathability and wrapping performance, and the unique fluffy feeling makes people feel as if they are suspended in the air. When fully extended, the rear seat transforms into an oversized bed nearly 2 meters long, offering an unprecedented in-car resting experience.

Design Aesthetics with Technology

Today's consumers have unique aesthetic preferences for the exterior and interior design of cars, and they also want the cabin to integrate design aesthetics to present their unique tastes and personalities.

XiM25 is decorated with ultra-thin fritillary textured thin light guide film, providing an unparalleled sense of luxury and refinement. The ultra-thin 5mm light guide film achieves multi-layered high-resolution texture stacking, reducing the thickness by 80% compared to traditional light guide plates, and cutting the total volume of the lighting structure assembly by 50%.

The ecoSkin® Lux translucent skin has also been applied to many interior surfaces. The skin is made of recyclable thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) materials, applicable to most visible areas of the interior. It features a realistic texture and customizable multi-color schemes, providing a sophisticated look. By combining a mini-LED direct display with large-area decorative panels, this translucent surface, and flexible display technology can produce clear display effects and dynamic lighting on complex curves.

The floating ambient lighting of the whole cabin is also the highlight of XiM25. The LED light bead concealed lighting layout solution uses a self-developed lighting software for digital simulation in the early stage, perfectly reproducing the lighting characteristics in the designer's mind, presenting dynamic lighting and guiding, even lighting effects, and what you think is what you see.

The Heytech™ concealable touch panel, located at the center of the rear seats features a concealable user interface, addressing visual clutter and light pollution from the trend of multi-screen cockpits. Integrating curved plastic cover plates with touch feedback enables special shapes and customizable functions to match the styling and functional needs of various parts of the cabin, creating a seamless integration between the interior and electronic displays.

XiM25 not only continues Yanfeng's innovation strategy but also demonstrates its deep understanding of and respect for the lifestyles of the Gen Z group. “We believe that the ultimate goal of technology is to serve people and meet their needs，“said Ni Jiawen, CTO of Yanfeng, “As the structure of consumer groups changes, our innovations must also fit the needs of the new generation of consumers. XiM25's design concepts and technology applications are centered around this core. We look forward to working with users to explore more possibilities and jointly open a new era of smart mobility.”

Yanfeng receives A– CDP scoring for the third consecutive year

astrid_schafmeister — Tue, 21 May 2024 07:36:55 +0000

Yanfeng receives A– CDP scoring for the third consecutive year astrid_schafmeister Tue, 05/21/2024 - 15:36

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Shanghai

21/05/2024

Yanfeng receives A– CDP scoring for the third consecutive year

Yanfeng's global climate leadership recognized again

Yanfeng is pursuing its commitment to preventing climate change and has achieved an "A–" CDP scoring (Carbon Disclosure Project) for the third consecutive time. The automotive supplier received the highest score for plastic product manufacturing in 2023. Yanfeng is the first Chinese automotive supplier to achieve this scoring for its interiors business globally. The company was also recognized for its sustainable supply chain management and recently received a Climate Change Environmental Leadership Award by CDP China.

Yanfeng achieved an A–, which is in the Leadership Band. This means that the company performed significantly better than competitors in the plastic product manufacturing peer group of companies and better than the regional Asian and global average for the group, who all achieved a C– scoring.
In the past year, CDP assessed the environmental information for over 21,000 companies. To earn an A score, companies must show environmental leadership, disclosing action on climate and demonstrating best practice. They must provide evidence of their strategies and measures, such as the specification of scientifically based goals and the creation of a climate protection plan. This year is the third successive time that Yanfeng has achieved an "A–" for this scoring of the last six years. Yanfeng Interiors has disclosed its climate-related data to CDP since 2018.

The supply chain plays an important role in the transition to a sustainable economy
In addition to the scoring of sustainable company performance, Yanfeng also achieved an "A–" for its "Supplier Engagement Rating". This annual scoring by the CDP assesses the commitment of companies to climate protection activities in the supply chain. With this scoring, the automotive supplier is in the top 15% of companies who achieved a leading position among their peers. Yanfeng consistently reviews its purchasing processes and identifies and develops actions for the integration of environmental information in its global supply base.

"Within our procurement organization, we have the potential to achieve important environmental changes in our supply chain. For this reason, not only do we concentrate on our own performance in this area, but also work closely with our suppliers in order to accelerate environmental actions across the company’s entire supply chain," said Gunnar Büchter, Vice President of Global Sustainability at Yanfeng.

Yanfeng and Trinseo collaborate to accelerate recycling readiness

astrid_schafmeister — Thu, 16 May 2024 08:41:50 +0000

Yanfeng and Trinseo collaborate to accelerate recycling readiness astrid_schafmeister Thu, 05/16/2024 - 16:41

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Neuss, Deutschland

16/05/2024

Yanfeng and Trinseo collaborate to accelerate recycling readiness

Partnership for circular automotive interior materials

Yanfeng, a leading global automotive supplier, and Trinseo, a specialty material solutions provider, today announced their collaboration in developing circular automotive interior materials. Both partners intend to design and deliver interior materials which meet the 2030 End-of-life-vehicle requirements and OEMs' ambitions with regard to the circular economy targets.

The partnership between Yanfeng and Trinseo aims to accelerate the market launch of circular materials for automotive interiors. It focuses on advanced mechanical recycling and dissolution process technology. Both partners intend to jointly develop, produce and commercialize circular materials for future automotive applications.

“By leveraging our extensive knowledge with Trinseo's technical expertise, we accelerate the development of circular automotive materials and offer our customers benefits along the entire value chain. Together we can provide recycled, high-quality solutions tailored to the automakers’ needs," said Gunnar Büchter, Vice President of Global Sustainability at Yanfeng. “This new partnership is a major step in our commitment to sustainability and part of the journey in realizing our company’s sustainability goals.”

“Trinseo and Yanfeng are a perfect fit. With Yanfeng we can expand and leverage our circular and low carbon solutions for all automotive customers and markets,” said Han Hendriks, Chief Technology Officer at Trinseo.

Yanfeng's Low-Carbon and Eco-Friendly Innovations Appear at Tech Show

jieru_hu — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 05:22:32 +0000

Yanfeng's Low-Carbon and Eco-Friendly Innovations Appear at Tech Show jieru_hu Sun, 04/28/2024 - 13:22

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Beijing, China

27/04/2024

Yanfeng's Low-Carbon and Eco-Friendly Innovations Appear at Tech Show

Building a Sustainable Future of Mobility

A 3-day tech show was held at the experience center of the Yanfeng Beijing Plant, showcasing nearly 30 innovations in interior and exterior, seating, electronics and safety. Different from the past, this show brought a number of low-carbon products that expemplify our sustainability philosophy in product design and development.

The BASSI® Bamboo Element Door Panel

The design of BASSI® Bamboo Element Door Panel came from the soothing experience with nature, oriental Zen and caring for the earth. It is the first time that we boldly implanted bamboo elements into automotive interior design as much as we can. The door panel uses bamboo veneer for the insert panel and a variety of bamboo fiber composite materials in the upper door panel, armrest, map pocket, and door panel frame, which enhances the quality of the cabin while conveying the concept of sustainability and highlighting the aesthetics of the neo-Chinese style.

Bamboo veneer is used in place of traditional wood veneer or technological veneer for the insert panels, effectively reducing carbon emissions by 30%. The unique fiber texture of bamboo veneer, compared to wood veneer and technological wood texture, combines minimalism with a unique Chinese flavor. Bamboo is hard and resilient, with a short growth cycle. It is abundant in the southern region of China and can grow more than 30 meters in three months, which is ecologically friendly compared to trees with a slow growth cycle, and can be applied to a large area of the surface of various products for cabin interiors. With a deep understanding of the features of the material, combined with modern technology, by thinning the bamboo veneer, repeatedly removing the color, after several times of sanding and splicing, not only to retain the unique bones of the bamboo temperament but also for the bamboo, a traditional Chinese material to give more possibilities for modern design.

In addition, a variety of bamboo fiber composite materials are also used in the upper door panels, armrests, map pockets and door panel frame. By adding bamboo fiber to different materials in different ratios such as 5%-50% and mixing them, it can reduce weight by up to 17% and carbon emissions by 30%. It enhances the texture of the product while naturally achieving anti-bacteria and reducing VOCs.

The Reco™ Low Carbon Seat

The Reco™ Low Carbon Seat is another important milestone in Yanfeng's sustainability strategy. Utilizing innovative and recycled materials, from foam to the steel frame, the Reco Seat’s reduces product carbon emissions by up to 40% compared to conventional seating.

A focus area of Yanfeng's sustainability strategy is the use of innovative, sustainable materials. The Reco Seat features several materials, including Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Polyurethan (PU) trim, recycled foam, thermoplastic foam, a green steel frame, a PET lightweight back panel, and hybrid cushion.

The PET PU trim is made from 100% recycled soft drink bottles, reducing product carbon emissions by more than 20%, and is translucent and soft to the touch. The foam used in the Reco Seat is combined with recycled and thermoplastic foam to provide improved resilience and support. Furthermore, the use of industrial wastewater steam in the foam production and molding process significantly reduces energy consumption and carbon footprint.

The seat pan is made from high-strength recycled plastic instead of a traditional metal seat pan, while the recycled steel frame, using 100% scrap steel as the raw material, together with green electricity for the production, reduces the product carbon footprint by over 60%. The seat back panel uses recycled PET to achieve a lightweight and dynamic styling. In addition, the hybrid cushion uses high strength-recycled composites instead of metal which reduces the carbon emission by 20% and allows for a wider choice of surface treatment techniques.

The ClickRim Modular Steering Wheel

The ClickRim steering wheel creatively utilizes a modular concept by designing the steering wheel with segmented housings, which allows for segmented replacement of the housings made of different materials. Whether it's fabric, leather, synthetic leather, or any other wrapped or injection-molded material, these surface materials of the steering wheel can be individually replaced by segments. The pre-installed hands-off detection and heating module and the automated wrapping process provide efficiency to the production.

All components of the ClickRim steering wheel are also made of recyclable materials. Thanks to the modular design, components can be easily disassembled and returned to the material cycle. The metal armature, the spacer fabrics as well as the surface material can all be recycled. The reduction of conventional foam in the wrapping process enables us to reduce CO₂ emissions by 1 kg per steering wheel.

While traditional steering wheel wraps utilize a complex handcrafted process that takes an average of about 60 minutes to produce a single steering wheel, ClickRim's innovative design saves about two-thirds of the production time per steering wheel, dramatically improving the efficiency of steering wheel assembly and in turn reducing the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process.

ecoSkin® Innovative Interior Surface Technology

Yanfeng has been actively exploring the development and application of sustainable surface materials in recent years. ecoSkin, as a representative, has unique environmental benefits that can effectively reduce the VOC in the car and create a green and eco-friendly cabin experience.

Made from a recyclable thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), ecoSkin can be applied to most of the visible surfaces of interiors in the cabin. With a lifelike texture in the surface, it has a delicate feel and is easy to clean due to its high stain-resistance. Compared with traditional wraps, the innovative material has more freedom of molding as there is no restriction on the R-angle. Not only does it offer customizable color combinations, but it also allows for light transmission as needed, while the integrated multi-texture process greatly shortens the manufacturing process and reduces the carbon footprint in manufacturing. As the production is solvent-free, VOC emissions can be greatly reduced, making it an extremely environmentally friendly product.

The latest wireless charging module uses ecoSkin surface technology as a whole, demonstratingn how the same material can be applied in different ways on a single product, such as the combination of different color schemes and light-transmitting, etc.

Through a one-piece injection molding process, the overall weight reduction is as high as 37.5%, which is another innovative achievement of ecoSkin to realize both high quality and low-carbon footprint.

In addition to the above products, the technical event also showcased a series of industry-leading products, including the CYMATICX Sound Flow Cabin that brings immersive audio experience, the Hover™ SPA Seat that is the industry's first zero gravity seat to use a four-way electric independent adjustment of the upper backrest, the WAVE Electric Air Vent Module that realizes a variety of innovative wind modes, such as "natural wind," "ultra-large sweeping wind," and "feather wind," as well as an Ultra-low Latency E-Mirror. The event attracted a great number of customers and media, established a great opportunity for in-depth exchanges and received very positive feedback.

Zang Chungao Appointed CEO of Yanfeng

jieru_hu — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 01:13:45 +0000

Zang Chungao Appointed CEO of Yanfeng jieru_hu Mon, 04/15/2024 - 09:13

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Shanghai

03/04/2024

Zang Chungao Appointed CEO of Yanfeng

For the company's long-term development needs, Mr. Zang Chungao has succeeded Mr. Lu Kai as the Chief Executive Officer of Yanfeng International and will fully lead the operations of Yanfeng’s various businesses.

Since joining Yanfeng in 2001, Mr. Zang Chungao has served in key management positions in the seating segment such as program management, quality, operation, procurement, and other key areas. He has accumulated profound business operations experience and overall management abilities, especially in strategy deployment, operations optimization and business management with keen market insight and strong strategic decision-making capabilities. He has successfully accelerated the seating business to build up comprehensive capabilities and our strategic layout globally, and realized the rapid expansion and steady growth of the business scale. In 2022, Mr. Zang Chungao was promoted to Deputy General Manager of Yanfeng, and led a series of important tasks such as the construction of the global supply chain system, promotion of product and technology innovation, and in-depth optimization of the program management system, which laid a solid foundation for Yanfeng's sustainable growth.

Mr. Zang, with his broad global vision and keen industry perspective, will lead Yanfeng in spite of market challenges and actively promote innovation, improve operational efficiency and strive to provide more value to our customers.

Europe, South Africa and North America

延锋出席ESG中国·创新年会

延锋亮相2025世界NCAP大会 共启安全新程

XIM25斩获2025红点奖 重塑智慧出行体验

Yanfeng releases 2024 ESG report highlighting sustainability achievements

Yanfeng releases 2024 ESG report highlighting sustainability achievements

延锋践行全球气候承诺

延锋发布XiM25智能座舱，以创新技术触动Z世代

Yanfeng receives A– CDP scoring for the third consecutive year

Yanfeng and Trinseo collaborate to accelerate recycling readiness

Yanfeng's Low-Carbon and Eco-Friendly Innovations Appear at Tech Show

Zang Chungao Appointed CEO of Yanfeng

延锋亮相2025世界NCAP大会共启安全新程

XIM25斩获2025红点奖重塑智慧出行体验