SUNNYVALE, CALIFORNIA – 17 April 2018. To accelerate new technologies
and partnership access, Yanfeng Automotive Interiors (YFAI) recently joined the
Plug and Play Mobility ecosystem. Plug and Play is the largest global innovation
platform that brings together startups, investors, and corporations. They are
experts in facilitating meaningful introductions, investing in startups, and bringing
together key stakeholders into one world-changing network.
“Yanfeng Automotive Interiors brings a fresh perspective to our ecosystem. They
redefine how drivers interact with the inside of their vehicles and by working with
startups, they will be able to further impact the user experience,” said Saeed Amidi,
Founder and CEO of Plug and Play. “We look forward to introducing them to new
technology that supports their mission.”
As a Plug and Play ecosystem member, YFAI will engage and benefit in several
ways, including proof of concept tests, pilot projects and deal flow sessions with
startups.
“This is an unprecedented time in the automotive industry. We believe the interior is
where the mobility revolution will have the most significant impact,” said Han
Hendriks, Chief Technology Officer for Yanfeng Automotive Interiors. “Working with
Plug and Play and their platform partners is critical to give us further access to
disruptive technology and startups globally to accelerate the pace.”
For more information please contact:
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors
Jagenbergstraße 1
41468 Neuss
Germany
Astrid Schafmeister
Tel.: +49 2131 609-3028
E-Mail: astrid.schafmeister@yfai.com
About Plug and Play
Plug and Play is a global innovation platform. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, we have built
accelerator programs, corporate innovation services, and an in-house VC to make
technological advancement progress faster than ever before. Since inception in 2006, our
programs have expanded worldwide to include a presence in 21 locations globally giving
startups the necessary resources to succeed in Silicon Valley and beyond. With over 6,000
startups and 220 official corporate partners, we have created the ultimate startup ecosystem
in many industries. We provide active investments with 200 leading Silicon Valley VCs, and
host more than 700 networking events per year. Companies in our community have raised
over $7 billion in funding, with successful portfolio exits including Danger, Dropbox,
LendingClub, PayPal, SoundHound, and Zoosk. For more information,
visit www.plugandplaytechcenter.com.
About Yanfeng Automotive Interiors:
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors (YFAI) is the global leader in automotive interiors. YFAI is
redefining how people relax, work and play in their vehicle interiors today and decades from
now. Headquartered in Shanghai, the company has approximately 110 manufacturing plants
and technical centers in 20 countries and more than 33,000 employees globally. They
design, develop and manufacture interior components for all automakers. Established in
2015, Yanfeng Automotive Interiors is a joint venture between Yanfeng, one of the largest
automotive suppliers in China and Adient, the global leader in automotive seating. For more
information, please visit www.YFAI.com.