In 2026, comfortable configurations such as electric suction doors will usher in a window of opportunity for increased sales

According to data released by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), China's automobile production and sales reached 34.531 million and 34.4 million vehicles respectively in 2025, setting a new record high and maintaining the top position globally for 17 consecutive years. Among them, the production and sales of new energy vehicles exceeded 16 million units, accounting for more than 50% of domestic new car sales, officially becoming the dominant force in the market; automobile exports exceeded 7 million units, of which new energy vehicle exports amounted to 2.615 million units.
Looking ahead to 2026, the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers predicts that the total sales volume of domestically produced automobiles will reach approximately 34.75 million units, representing a year-on-year increase of 1%. Among this total, the sales volume of new energy vehicles is expected to be around 19 million units, marking a year-on-year growth of 15.2%. Additionally, automobile exports are projected to amount to approximately 7.4 million units. Behind this moderate growth in the overall vehicle sales volume lies new opportunities for components and parts, driven by the structural high growth of new energy and intelligence.
With new energy accounting for more than half, why is it beneficial for electric suction door locks?
Quietness becomes a rigid demand: Electric vehicles, without the noise from an engine to mask, the sound and tactile sensation of closing the door are significantly amplified. Electric suction door locks allow the door to automatically and smoothly engage and silently lock with a light push, highly aligning with the quiet cabin positioning of new energy vehicles.
Configuration parity accelerates downward penetration: Comfortable entry configurations such as electric suction doors and electric tailgates are rapidly moving from being exclusive to million-yuan luxury cars to new energy vehicle models priced at 300,000 yuan or even lower, driving sustained growth in pre-installation demand.
Export promotion drives supporting industries: The growth in exports of new energy vehicles has driven the simultaneous expansion of supporting components such as electric suction door locks into overseas markets.
FAQ: Why does the growth in new energy vehicle sales drive demand for electric suction door locks?
Electric vehicle cockpits have higher requirements for quietness, and the noise and vibration caused by "slamming the door" conflict with the overall vehicle positioning. Electric suction door locks, which enable automatic suction and silent closing with a light push, are becoming mainstream choices for mid-to-high-end models as new energy vehicle models are increasingly available.
Will the growth rate of the automotive market slow down in 2026, leaving opportunities for parts and components enterprises?
Against the backdrop of a slight 1% increase in total volume, structural opportunities are more prominent - the new energy vehicle segment is expected to grow by 15.2%, and the increase in parts and components brought about by the rising penetration of intelligent and comfortable configurations will far exceed the growth rate of the total vehicle market.
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Industry Trends 2026-09-19 Electric Door Penetration Rate: Smart Door Penetration Rate Below 15% to Reach 30%: Electric Doors Are Following the Path of Popularization of "Electric Tailgates" Industry data shows that the global penetration rate of electric doors is currently below 15%, and it is expected to rise above 30% in China's passenger cars by 2028. From million-dollar luxury cars to models priced at 150,000 yuan, the tipping point for the popularization of electric door locks has arrived.
Electric suction doors have long been an exclusive feature of flagship models such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series. Industry research data shows that global production of electric suction doors exceeded 10 million units in 2025, with an average unit price of approximately $87-$91. Passenger cars accounted for about 84.55% of this market. From January to October 2025, the number of electric suction doors installed on passenger cars in China exceeded 1.31 million units.
Currently, the global penetration rate of electric suction doors for passenger cars is still below 15%, but a turning point has arrived. Several institutions predict that by 2028, the penetration rate of electric suction doors for passenger cars in China is expected to increase from less than 15% to over 30%, with the market size exceeding 10 billion yuan.
Four driving forces for popularization: EV standardization: Pure electric flagship models (such as Mercedes-Benz EQS, BMW i7, and NIO ET9) have been equipped with electric sliding doors as standard, making a quiet experience one of the core indicators of electric vehicle product competitiveness.
Domestic cost reduction and equal rights: The brushless solution provided by domestic suppliers has reduced the cost of the electric suction system by more than 30%. Models priced at 300,000 yuan, such as the AITO M9 and the Li Auto MEGA, have adopted this solution as a standard feature, elevating user expectations to new heights.
Tightening regulations: Countries are continuously tightening their requirements for door lock safety and anti-pinch performance, and the active locking verification and anti-pinch protection of electric suction systems naturally meet higher safety levels.
Robotaxi rigid demand: Autonomous vehicles require automatic, silent, and safe closing and locking of doors, making electric suction door locks a must-have for autonomous driving operation vehicles.
FAQ: What is an electric suction door? How does it differ from a regular car door?
The Soft-Close Door, when the car door is gently pushed to a position close to closing, is smoothly pulled in and fully locked by the motor-driven lock body. It closes silently without requiring force to close the door, and features intelligent anti-pinch protection, balancing luxury and safety.
Will power-operated doors always be exclusive to luxury cars?
I don't know how. It is following the path of popularizing electric tailgates - as the domestic supply chain matures and costs decrease, it has become feasible for 150,000 yuan-class vehicles to be equipped with electric suction doors, and the speed of popularization may exceed expectations.