Jingxi Group's fourth-generation MagneRide® magnetorheological suspension now domestically produced—marking the inaugural year of magnetorheology.

On January 15, Jingxi Group held a press conference to announce the localization of its MagneRide® magnetorheological suspension system and officially released the "Magnetorheology Year One Declaration." As the only company equipped with both R&D and mass-production capabilities for magnetorheological suspensions, Jingxi Group announced the full-scale domestic production of its fourth-generation magnetorheological technology. With the goal of making cutting-edge technology accessible to all, the company is set to bring this intelligent chassis technology—from luxury vehicles into the broader market. During the event, Jingxi Group outlined the key objectives of magnetorheological technology localization through the "Magnetorheology Year One Declaration": First, Jingxi Group will achieve 100% domestic production of magnetorheological components and manufacturing capabilities; second, mass production is scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2025, initially integrating the technology into China's pure-electric vehicle platforms; and third, the price of magnetorheological suspensions will be made more competitive than that of electromagnetic valve suspensions.

Liu Xihé, CEO of Jingxi Group, stated, "The launch of Jingxi Group's 'Magnetorheological First-Year Declaration' marks the official localization of world-leading magnetorheological technology, highlighting Jingxi Group's commitment to promoting equitable access to intelligent chassis technology in China. This initiative will help elevate the overall product capabilities and competitiveness of vehicles, ultimately benefiting a wide range of users."

Jingxi Group announced that its magnetorheological suspension production line has been established in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, and Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province. The company anticipates that by 2025, the production capacity of Jingxi Group's mass-produced magnetorheological suspension line will reach 2 million units, enabling it to swiftly meet the demands of diverse energy vehicle platforms with high-quality, intelligent chassis products. This robust capability will provide strong support for both domestic and international markets, laying a solid foundation for the widespread adoption of smart chassis technology. Looking ahead, the production line will continue to rapidly expand its capacity—eventually scaling up several times over—to satisfy the surging global demand for advanced intelligent chassis systems. Guided by the goal of achieving a 100% localization rate, Jingxi Group’s magnetorheological suspension production line will not only localize its supply chain but also become a pivotal hub for domestically scaled-up manufacturing of this cutting-edge technology, accelerating China’s transition into a new era of magnetorheological innovation.
The magnetorheological shock absorber was first invented in 2002 by the predecessor of Jingxi Group, entered production, and was subsequently integrated into luxury vehicles in the U.S.—a process that has now spanned 22 years. Jingxi Group has since advanced its magnetorheological suspension technology to the fourth generation, holding over 140 global patents, including more than 40 in China. To date, Jingxi Group has produced a cumulative total exceeding 10 million magnetorheological shock absorbers at its manufacturing facilities located in the U.S., Poland, and Mexico, providing top-tier chassis technology support to premium and ultra-luxury brands worldwide. Jingxi Group has successfully brought its latest, cutting-edge fourth-generation MagneRide® magnetorheological technology—originally developed in the U.S.—to the domestic market, seamlessly bridging global cutting-edge innovation with local manufacturing capabilities. To ensure product reliability, Jingxi Group’s magnetorheological production line fully leverages intelligent manufacturing technologies, enabling everything from material identification to real-time quality monitoring. This approach has enabled the company to establish an efficient, precise, and fully traceable production system, guaranteeing comprehensive quality control for every single suspension component—from raw materials all the way through to the finished product.

This fully automated production line features a comprehensive error-proofing system, ensuring the critical characteristics of both products and processes. An AI-powered industrial camera performs 100% identification of all materials, preventing any misuse. Key raw material—magnetorheological fluid—is automatically and fully enclosed for precise liquid injection, with real-time monitoring of its key parameters. The entire injection process is carried out by robots, guaranteeing product consistency and stable quality. The production line is equipped with digital solutions spanning the entire value chain, as well as advanced logistics automation throughout the entire workflow. Automated container systems and self-propelled transport vehicles enable seamless automatic loading, inspection, and error-proofing, ensuring precision and accuracy at every stage. Additionally, the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) provides comprehensive, real-time monitoring of quality, equipment performance, and production progress, enabling rapid response, pinpoint accuracy, and full traceability across the board.
The highly integrated measurement system of Jingxi Group's magnetorheological production line enables 100% automated inspection of key product performance indicators, including air pressure, impedance, friction force, and damping force, ensuring that every magnetorheological suspension delivered to customers meets strict quality standards. Jingxi Group’s localization of magnetorheological suspensions not only accelerates the expansion of production scale and enhances technological capabilities to achieve economies of scale, but also aims to empower whole-vehicle manufacturers by fostering platform-based and standardized R&D for suspension systems—thereby speeding up innovation while fundamentally reducing overall vehicle costs.

Chen Weigang, Vice President of Engineering at Jingxi Group, introduced, "Jingxi's MagneRide® magnetorheological dampers are easy to standardize in hardware and can be more readily adapted across various vehicle models. Thanks to their damping dynamic adjustment range—approximately 200% greater than that of electromagnetic valve dampers—they allow for seamless tuning of different damping characteristics simply through software adjustments. This not only enhances flexibility during vehicle development but also shortens the calibration and development cycle, making it easier to implement OTA upgrades later on." Jingxi Group has always been committed to the goals of technological equity and domesticating its supply chain. By optimizing the production costs of magnetorheological suspension systems, we’re effectively boosting the overall cost-performance ratio of our customers’ vehicles. With Jingxi MagneRide® magnetorheological dampers accelerating their entry into broader markets, both the company and our customers stand to achieve new growth opportunities—while simultaneously providing robust support for the intelligent transformation of the entire automotive industry.
Jingxi Group has secured a landmark collaboration with a globally leading all-electric vehicle brand on the MAgneRide® magnetorheological damper, a cutting-edge vehicle platform project valued at a substantial sum. Meanwhile, Jingxi has also forged strategic partnerships with multiple new-energy and traditional fuel-car brands, jointly advancing in-depth cooperation centered around pioneering products such as magnetorheological suspension systems. As a revolutionary advancement in intelligent active damping control technology, Jingxi’s domestically produced magnetorheological suspension system marks the starting point for making this premium technology more accessible to users. The JINGXI MagneRide® magnetorheological dampers will gradually expand beyond their current deployment in luxury and ultra-luxury brands, becoming available across a broader range of models and brands—and ultimately delivering a driving experience comparable to that of high-end vehicles for consumers nationwide.
The fourth-generation MagneRide® magnetorheological shock absorber from Jingxi, featuring industry-leading active damping control technology that adjusts 1,000 times per second, ensures vehicles maintain optimal handling and comfort across a wide range of road conditions. This technological breakthrough not only enhances the driving experience but also significantly improves vehicle stability and safety. Compared to electromagnetic valve-based shock absorbers, magnetorheological suspension systems offer a broader range of adaptability, particularly excelling in challenging scenarios such as sharp turns and rough, bumpy roads.

During the press conference, a series of fun science experiments, titled "Jingxi Makes Things Happen," were screened. Four tests were conducted in a fun format using vehicles equipped with Jingxi's fourth-generation MagneRide® magnetorheological shock absorbers and other vehicles: A mobile phone mounted on the vehicle was used to film basketball players on a series of speed bumps to compare vertical damping control; a tennis ball placed on the roof was used to continuously race around slalom hills to compare tilt control; archery was used to compare pitch control while driving on Belgian roads; and a roof-mounted tumbler was used to compare vehicle handling on a series of curves in the Mini Jinnaka. In these fun science experiments, the vehicle equipped with Jingxi's magnetorheological suspension demonstrated significantly more stable body posture, winning by a significant margin in all four categories: mobile phone photography, number of remaining tennis balls, archery results, and tumbler swing. Jingxi's magnetorheological suspension senses the situation in real time and rapidly adjusts suspension damping with a response time of 1 millisecond, achieving a perfect balance between handling and comfort. The superior performance of Jingxi's MagneRide® magnetorheological shock absorbers was also fully demonstrated during a real-world driving experience on Siming Mountain. Siming Mountain boasts beautiful scenery, but also boasts what some call "Zhejiang's most dangerous mountain roads," characterized by complex, winding roads with numerous twists and turns, including numerous consecutive 180-degree hairpins, making them extremely challenging. Professional drivers and automotive media guests navigated the winding mountain roads, from sharp turns to uneven, bumpy surfaces, earning high praise for the stability and precise control demonstrated by the magnetorheological suspension.

Professional drivers stated that vehicles equipped with Jingxi's fourth-generation MagneRide® magnetorheological shock absorbers maintained stability at high speeds, unaffected by strong mountain winds. They also reported minimal roll during cornering, allowing them to confidently accelerate out of turns on mountain roads. Media guests commented on the excellent damping performance on bumpy roads, with no noticeable roll on mountain curves, and an overall very comfortable ride. Siming Mountain also welcomed Jingxi Group CEO Liu Xihe, who personally participated in the event. He piloted a Jingxi MagneRide® magnetorheological shock absorber vehicle against professional drivers using other models, demonstrating the power of magnetorheological suspension. After the race, he strongly recommended a test drive of a vehicle with magnetorheological suspension, saying, "You'll definitely be impressed. It definitely lives up to its title of 'ceiling of suspension'."

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