Marelli Showcases Next-Gen Suspension Technologies at Auto China 2026 to Elevate Ride Control and Software-Defined Mobility!
Marelli is strengthening its position in advanced vehicle dynamics by unveiling a new suite of suspension and chassis technologies at Auto China 2026, held at the New China International Exhibition Center. The showcase highlights how intelligent, software-driven systems are becoming central to enhancing vehicle safety, comfort, and performance as the automotive industry transitions toward software-defined vehicles.
At the core of Marelli’s presentation is a portfolio of innovative solutions, including Active Camber, Electromechanical Lifter, and Hybrid Electromechanical Suspension systems. These technologies leverage advanced sensors, electronic control units, and electromechanical actuators to dynamically manage vehicle behaviour in real time. By continuously analysing road conditions and driving inputs, the systems can adjust vehicle dynamics within milliseconds, delivering improved handling, stability, and ride comfort across a wide range of operating conditions.
One of the key innovations, Active Camber, is designed to optimise tyre contact with the road by adjusting wheel angles in real time. This capability enhances grip, braking performance, and overall stability, while also reducing tyre wear. By ensuring optimal contact between tyres and the road surface, the system contributes to both safety and efficiency, particularly in demanding driving scenarios.
Complementing this is the Electromechanical Lifter, a solution integrated into the vehicle’s shock absorber system. It enables automatic adjustment of ride height, allowing vehicles to adapt to different terrains such as ramps, speed breakers, or uneven surfaces. In addition to improving drivability and comfort, the system can also support aerodynamic optimisation at higher speeds. Its lightweight and oil-free design simplifies integration for automakers, aligning with industry demands for more efficient and compact systems.
Marelli is also introducing a Hybrid Electromechanical Suspension architecture that combines full-active actuators at the front with semi-active dampers at the rear. This configuration strikes a balance between performance and cost, offering improved stability, reduced body roll, and enhanced vibration control without significantly increasing system complexity. It provides automakers with a scalable solution that delivers advanced ride dynamics while remaining commercially viable.
For higher-end applications, the company is showcasing its Fully Active Electromechanical Suspension system, which uses four independent actuators to control each wheel individually. This allows for precise, real-time adjustments that minimise motion discomfort and improve passenger experience—an increasingly important factor as the industry moves toward autonomous and semi-autonomous driving, where ride quality becomes a key differentiator.
Another notable aspect of Marelli’s technology is its ability to recover kinetic energy, achieving efficiency levels of up to 80% compared to traditional suspension systems. This contributes to improved overall vehicle efficiency and aligns with the broader push toward electrification and sustainability.
Marelli emphasises that vehicle dynamics are emerging as a critical area of differentiation for automakers, particularly in markets like China where consumer expectations for ride quality, comfort, and performance are rapidly evolving. Through its distributed innovation model, the company aims to enable faster, localised development and deployment of these technologies across global markets.
With its latest advancements, Marelli is demonstrating how intelligent suspension systems are evolving beyond mechanical components into software-driven platforms that play a central role in shaping the future of mobility.
