“旋风”车轮让货车多拉快跑，山东贞元不断研发轻量化钢制车轮

Core Viewpoint - Shandong Zhenyuan Automotive Wheel Co., Ltd. is a national high-tech enterprise and a specialized "little giant" company, focusing on the design, research and development, manufacturing, and after-sales service of lightweight steel wheels, which are widely used in various vehicle types and have established strategic partnerships with major domestic manufacturers [1][3]. Group 1: Company Overview - The company has received multiple accolades, including being recognized as a champion enterprise in Shandong's manufacturing sector and a quality benchmark enterprise [1]. - It has established four provincial and municipal-level research and development platforms [1]. Group 2: Product Development - In 2016, the company entered the lightweight wheel research field, forming a specialized R&D team to overcome technical challenges, resulting in the launch of the first generation "Whirlwind" wheel weighing 33 kg, which is 28% lighter than traditional wheels [3]. - The company has adopted an "annual upgrade" strategy, releasing subsequent models: "Whirlwind 2.0" at 30 kg, "Whirlwind 3.0" at 28 kg, and "Whirlwind 4.0" at 25 kg [3]. Group 3: Future Innovations - In 2024, the company plans to collaborate with experts from Harbin Institute of Technology to develop 25 kg and 23 kg lightweight wheels, which will significantly enhance product performance and competitiveness [4]. - The new wheels are expected to reduce vehicle weight by over 470 kg, leading to increased cargo capacity and speed, while also providing annual income increases of 30,000 to 50,000 yuan for truck drivers [4]. - The company has also developed a revolutionary integrated high-load tubeless wheel in collaboration with German and American experts, enhancing safety and stability for use in engineering and mining transportation [4].