最近，浙江杭州市民孙鹏打算换一辆国产新能源汽车，逛了一圈后发现，过去高端进口车才有的空气悬 架，如今竟成了多款国产车型的标配。"这车二十来万，怎么'上得起'空气悬架？靠谱吗？"孙鹏的疑问 道出了许多消费者的心声。空气悬架是什么？为何新能源汽车纷纷配置？记者就此采访了相关领域专家 和企业。 "2021年，我们通过了某国产新能源汽车车型的盲评，在与国外知名空气悬架供应商的竞争中拿下了订 单。"孔辉科技空簧事业部负责人刘浩认为，在质量过硬的前提下，能够为不同车企的不同车型提供定 制化的空气悬架解决方案，是国产空气悬架的优势所在。此外，刘浩介绍："同样性能的空气悬架，国 外知名品牌的成本在1万元左右，而我们的产品大概4000到6000元；针对新车型的研发周期，国外供应 商至少需要18至20个月，我们只需13个月左右。而且我们的工厂就在国内，运费更低，运输时间也大幅 缩短。" "国内相关企业研发实力大幅提升，空气悬架关键技术已基本实现自主可控，打破国外垄断。"在柯俊看 来，新能源汽车的普及，给空气悬架的推广应用创造了机遇；而随着国内新能源汽车市场的逐渐成熟， 竞争愈加激烈，具备快速响应市场需求的研发团队与稳定的供应链体 ...

Core Insights - The increasing adoption of air suspension systems in domestic electric vehicles (EVs) is transforming the automotive landscape, with consumers questioning the reliability and affordability of these features in lower-priced models [1][2] - Air suspension systems enhance vehicle comfort and performance by replacing traditional metal springs with air springs, allowing for adjustable stiffness and height, which is particularly beneficial for heavier EVs [1][2] - Domestic manufacturers, such as Zhejiang Konghui Automotive Technology Co., are advancing in air suspension technology, achieving a 90% rate of independent intellectual property rights and significantly reducing costs compared to foreign competitors [2][4] Industry Trends - The penetration rate of air suspension in the domestic EV market is rising, driven by decreasing component prices and improved manufacturing capabilities [2] - Domestic companies are focusing on rapid development cycles, with a typical turnaround of 13 months for new models, compared to 18-20 months for foreign suppliers, enhancing their competitive edge [2][4] - Collaboration between domestic parts suppliers and vehicle manufacturers is fostering innovation and cost reduction, enabling a wider range of vehicles, including those priced around 150,000 yuan, to consider air suspension systems [4] Company Developments - Zhejiang Konghui Automotive Technology Co. reported sales exceeding 800 million yuan in the first half of the year, supplying approximately 200,000 sets of air suspension systems [2] - The company has successfully competed against well-known foreign air suspension suppliers, securing contracts based on quality and customization capabilities [2][4] - There is a growing interest from international automotive brands in collaborating with domestic suppliers for air suspension systems, indicating a shift in the global supply chain dynamics [4]

Group 1 - The penetration rate of air suspension in the domestic new energy vehicle market is gradually increasing, with rapid price declines for components [2] - Domestic companies have significantly improved their R&D capabilities, achieving basic self-control over key air suspension technologies, breaking the foreign monopoly [2] - The collaboration between domestic parts manufacturers and vehicle manufacturers is fostering innovation and providing consumers with cost-effective solutions [3] Group 2 - Zhejiang Konghui Automotive Technology Co., Ltd. has achieved sales exceeding 800 million yuan in the first half of the year, supplying approximately 200,000 sets of air suspension systems [2] - The cost of domestic air suspension systems ranges from 4,000 to 6,000 yuan, significantly lower than the 10,000 yuan cost of foreign brands, providing a competitive advantage [2] - The development cycle for new models is approximately 13 months for domestic suppliers, compared to 18 to 20 months for foreign suppliers, enhancing responsiveness to market demands [2]