Shanghai Linton has secured a 30 million yuan Pre-A round financing led by Blue Lake Capital to enhance its production capabilities in manufacturing advanced electronic controlled shock absorbers for the automotive industry.

Target Company Overview

Shanghai Linton Automotive Chassis Components Co., Ltd. has recently announced the completion of its Pre-A round financing, securing a total of 30 million yuan. The funding, led by Blue Lake Capital, also involved participation from Gao Rong Venture Capital, Yi Yuan Capital, and Junzhi Yan. Established in July 2023, Shanghai Linton specializes in the design, research and development, and manufacturing of automotive shock absorbers in China, as well as integration and calibration with vehicles. The company was founded by an expert in the automotive shock absorber industry, Dr. Ye Guohong, a key figure in the introduction of modern shock absorber technology in China and a former president of ZF in the China region.

Shanghai Linton aims to meet the increasing demands for safety and comfort in electric vehicles by developing semi-active and active shock absorbers along with crucial components. Utilizing fully self-developed automated production lines, the company is committed to achieving high-quality, Industry 4.0 lean manufacturing processes.

Industry Overview in China

The automotive industry in China has been experiencing a significant transformation driven by electrification and intelligence. As consumer expectations shift towards personalized and intelligent automotive solutions, the demand for advanced chassis components, particularly e