Flex Expands EV Electronics Modules Production in Malaysia as Sanmina Intensifies Competition
Flex is growing its automotive manufacturing footprint with a second Malaysian facility producing power electronics, converters and 5G, V2X and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules for electric and autonomous vehicles. Competitor Sanmina’s IATF 16949-certified plants and its advanced ADAS and battery subsystem offerings heighten competitive pressure in the nearly $647.43 billion automotive electronics market.
1. Flex Expands Malaysian Automotive Manufacturing Footprint
Flex has opened a second production site in Malaysia, extending its long-standing partnership with Rolling Wireless to build automotive 5G, V2X and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules. The facility also manufactures power electronics and converters for electric and autonomous vehicle applications.
2. Product and Partnership Highlights
At the Malaysia site, Flex produces power management systems, high-voltage converters and 5G connectivity modules tailored for next-generation electric and autonomous vehicles. The company leverages its global R&D capabilities to integrate advanced sensor and communication technologies into its module offerings.
3. Competitive Landscape Intensifies
Flex faces intensifying competition from Sanmina, whose IATF 16949-certified plants and ADAS, LiDAR, infotainment and EV battery subsystem capabilities are expanding rapidly, and Jabil, which is scaling EV component manufacturing and sensor-based driver assistance technologies. These rival expansions heighten margin pressure and challenge Flex’s market share in automotive electronics.
4. Market Outlook and Growth Implications
The global automotive electronics market is projected to reach nearly $647.43 billion by 2034 at an 8.62% CAGR, driven by vehicle electrification, autonomous driving and connectivity trends. Flex’s Malaysian expansion positions it to capture growth in this large and fast-growing segment.