On September 27, at the launch event of JETOUR Automobile's Shanhai L7, a new medium-sized SUV, as an industry leading automobile supplier, Zhejiang TENCHEN Controls Co., Ltd. (TENCHEN Controls hereinafter), has been the attraction in Shanhai L7 auto accessories display with its latest developed seating system, which not only adds infinite charm to Shanhai L7, but also highlights the profound strength and innovation ability of TENCHEN Controls in the field of seat R&D.

With many years’ experience in the field of seats, TENCHEN Controls has always been at the forefront of technological innovation and is committed to creating an extremely comfortable, safe and intelligent riding space for drivers and passengers worldwide. The bespoke seats for JETOUR Shanhai L7 reflect TC’s forward-looking approach in market demand.

At the event, Mr. Zhang Guozhong, member of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee and Executive Deputy General Manager of Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., highly praised Shanhai L7 seating system. He pointed out that this seating system not only integrates the essence of ergonomics, but also achieves a perfect fit and support for passengers' bodies by accurately adjusting the layout of supporting points, cushion hardness and backrest tilting angle, effectively relieving the fatigue after long-distance driving or riding, and setting a new benchmark in environmental protection and health. Environmentally-friendly ecological materials are used, which are non-toxic and harmless, with durability and breathability taken into account, to ensure passengers' safe trips.

Shanhai L7 seating system is the wisdom and sweat of TENCHEN R&D team: from accuracy in customer demand to repeated refinement of design solution, from selection and testing of materials to comprehensive validation of seat performance, we seek for perfection. It is the persistent pursuit of quality that makes the excellent performance of Shanhai L7 seating system in the market.

R&D Process: Rigourous and Efficient, Striving for Excellence

Since 2023 H2, we started the internal project approval right after receiving Customer's input of technical documents. In 2024 H1, we successfully completed T0 sample submission, detailed material tests, comprehensive validation of seat performance, and finally obtained ESO approval. With a rigourous and efficient R&D process of Shanhai L7 seat project, we strictly follow the established schedule to ensure that every step is steady, and finally ensure the smooth mass production of this model in MM, YYYY.

Ergonomics Optimization: People-oriented, Comfort First

In terms of ergonomics, we have further studied human body’s physiological structure, based on which adjustments are made to support points layout, cushion hardness, backrest tilt angle, and so on. Meanwhile, humanized designs such as adjustable headrest and four-way lumbar support are introduced to effectively reduce passengers’ fatigue and protect the spine. With holes made to the trim cover, breathability is improved, which ensures a fresh and comfortable long-distance travel.

Hierarchical Design: Technological Empowerment, Quality Upgrading

In Shanhai L7 seat project, advanced heirarchical design concept is adopted, which divides the seat into couples of heirarchies like surface fabric, filler buffering and support structure, etc. In each heirarchy, material selection and design are done elaborately to ensure comfort, endurance and safety of seats. By adding intelligent adjustment and ventilation, the seat can be personalized according to passengers’ requirements, further improving the convenience and comfort of riding.

Test Validation: Comprehensive and Rigourous, Quality Assurance

In order to ensure excellent quality, TENCHEN Controls has carried out up to 140 seat tests and 131 material tests, which covers dynamic sled strength, fatigue endurance and environmental adaptation, etc. The rigourous tests not only validate seats’ safety and endurance, but also provide valuable data for our continuous design optimization.

The success in R&D and mass production of Shanhai L7 seating system is not only the groundbreaking innovation of traditional seat technology, but also a proof that TENCHEN Controls and CHERY Automobile work together to boost the development of the automobile seat industry. The cooperation not only highlights the leading status of TENCHEN Controls in the field of seat R&D, but also reflects Chery Automobile's unremitting pursuit of technological innovation and user experience.

Looking ahead, TENCHEN Controls will always adhere to the philosophy of "Customer’s success is our success.", constantly explore the boundaries of seat technology, and launch more high-quality products that meet the market demand and lead the industry. Meanwhile, we expected to work with more automobile manufacturers to jointly promote the continuous progress and development of the automobile seat industry and create a better future for drivers and passengers.