Nexteer Automotive, a global leader in intuitive motion control, announced the opening of its fourth China-based steering manufacturing plant in Liuzhou, China. The plant will produce brush electric power steering systems (Brush EPS or BEPS), which is a unique product specifically designed for the Chinese automotive and other developing markets.

Liuzhou was chosen as the location of the new plant due to its proximity to key strategic customers and its highly skilled workforce. The city is one of China's twelve-state export bases of automobiles, parts and components.

Nexteer executives, Laurent Bresson, president and chief operating officer, and Tao Liu, China Division chief operating officer, were joined by dignitaries including Liuzhou vice mayor, Yang Yi, at the grand opening on August 24.

"As adoption of brush EPS systems in China has grown, additional production capacity is needed to meet increasing customer demand," said Liu. "By expanding our capabilities with new operations in Liuzhou, we can better serve the Chinese automotive market. We look forward to growing our presence in Liuzhou as we address the needs of a growing market and drive innovation in the steering industry."

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