Ford Motor and Geely Auto are in discussions about a potential partnership to share the costs of technology and manufacturing. Geely may use Ford's European factory to produce vehicles for the European market, according to a Reuters report. Additionally, the companies are considering a framework for sharing automotive technologies, including autonomous driving. Progress on the European manufacturing negotiations appears to be smoother, with Ford's plant in Valencia, Spain, likely being con...

Caocao Mobility, a Chinese ride-hailing platform, has announced that its Robotaxi 2.0 fleet will incorporate low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communication technology from Spacety, known as Shikong Daoyu. This integration includes a satellite-based SOS emergency feature that will be introduced in a future update. The initiative is part of Caocao Mobility's strategy to develop a comprehensive space-ground safety assurance system to improve the safety and reliability of its autonomous mobility serv...

Leading Chinese automaker Geely Auto is set to begin production of solid-state battery packs later in 2026, marking significant progress in the research and development of the next-generation battery technology. This announcement was made at the Geely Holding Group's five-year strategy communication event, where it was stated that Geely Auto will complete production of its first in-house-developed all-solid-state battery pack in 2026 and will conduct vehicle installation verification. ...

Volvo Car Group, owned by mainland China's Geely Holding, has initiated a global recall of its battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) due to safety concerns with batteries supplied by Chinese manufacturer Sunwoda Electronic. This decision follows a lawsuit filed by another Geely subsidiary against Sunwoda over battery quality issues. Volvo confirmed that in the UK market, 10,440 EX30 vehicles are affected by potential safety hazards linked to Sunwoda's high-voltage batteries. In total, 33,777 EX30 ...

At the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, Afari and Geely announced the launch of G-ASD (Geely Afari Smart Driving), a new intelligent driving system aimed at advancing the transition toward more autonomous driving. This system is described as a highly integrated, model-driven solution that utilizes advanced AI paradigms. G-ASD's architecture incorporates multimodal foundation models, visual-language models (VLM), vision-language-action models (VLA), world models and reinforcement learning. Th...

Geely Auto Group attended the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 for the third consecutive year, showcasing its dedication to advancing intelligent mobility. At this event, Geely introduced Full-Domain AI 2.0 and G-ASD (Geely Afari Smart Driving). These breakthroughs are designed to enhance vehicle intelligence and accelerate high-level autonomous driving capabilities. Full-Domain AI 2.0 represents an evolution from Geely's previous version, moving from module-based intelligence to a unifie...

Cerence Inc. has announced a collaboration with Geely Auto to enhance the automaker's overseas in-vehicle voice interaction experience using Cerence xUI, a hybrid, agentic AI platform. The partnership aims to improve driving safety and convenience by focusing on Geely Auto's AI technology foundation and overseas market presence alongside Cerence AI's expertise. Geely Auto will leverage Cerence xUI to introduce voice interaction methods that align with regional linguistic and cultural habits, fea...

Zeekr Group has finalized its merger with leading mainland Chinese automaker Geely Automobile Holdings, becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of the latter and ceasing to be a publicly traded company. Following the merger, Zeekr has requested the NYSE to suspend trading of its American Depositary Shares (ADS) by Dec. 22, 2025, and to notify the SEC of its delisting and deregistration of securities. This merger is part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group's broader restructuring strategy, which aims t...

Geely Auto Group has unveiled the Geely Safety Centre, now recognized as the world's largest and most advanced automotive safety testing facility, in Hangzhou Bay, Zhejiang, mainland China. Spanning 45,000 square meters, the center was established with an initial investment exceeding 2 billion yuan (nearly $284 million), demonstrating Geely's commitment to advancing safety technologies and elevating global safety standards. The new center encompasses comprehensive global safety testing, inclu...

The new Geely EX5, set to launch in the UK, serves as a testament to how Arm technology seamlessly combines performance, safety and connectivity on a single platform. The SiEngine StarEagle (SE1000) system-on-chip (SoC), at the core of the EX5, is built on Arm's Automotive Enhanced technologies, showing the benefits of close silicon partnerships in automotive innovation. This SoC houses Arm Cortex-A CPUs for application processing, Arm Cortex-R CPUs for real-time control, Arm Mali GPUs for high-...

Geely’s new premium electric multipurpose vehicle, the LEVC L380, features an Infrared Night Vision System (NVS) developed by Raytron to improve visibility in low-light and nighttime conditions. The system uses a thermal imaging camera to help detect pedestrians and obstacles in darkness, fog, or glare, where conventional cameras may be less effective. It is part of the vehicle’s suite of 28 perception sensors, aimed at enhancing overall driving safety. According to the National Highway Traf...

Li Auto and Sunwoda's battery arm SEVB are setting up a joint venture with equal capital contributions to produce and sell lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. The JV, legally registered in Shandong, mainland China, will manufacture Li Auto's self-developed batteries, potentially ready for installation in EVs by 2026. While Li Auto views its collaboration with Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) as a co-development project, the partnership with SEVB is considered a fully in-house i...

Geely Auto has announced a partnership with Andersen, a UK-based premium electric vehicle charge-point brand, to provide complimentary home EV chargers to customers preordering the Geely EX5 sport utility vehicle in the UK. This offer, which runs during the presale period from Sept. 1 to Oct. 23, includes the 7-kW Andersen A3 charger in a distinctive Cheltenham Graphite finish with Geely badging. The package also covers nationwide installation by Andersen-trained technicians. The collabo...

SGS-TÜV Saar has awarded Geely Auto the world's first certification for AI safety process compliance under the ISO/PAS 8800:2024, marking an important milestone in the automotive industry. This certification affirms that Geely Auto's safety process architecture aligns with the latest standards for AI systems in road vehicles, setting a precedent for secure and standardized AI integration in autonomous driving technologies. With AI playing a crucial role in advanced mobility by enhancing sensing...

Geely Auto Group, in collaboration with StepFun, participated in the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2025) in Hangzhou, China, where they unveiled several new products and technological advancements. Among the highlights were the Zeekr 9X, Lynk & Co 10 EM-P, Geely Galaxy A7, Geely Galaxy M9 and the Full-Domain AI technology system, featuring innovations such as the Qianli Haohan intelligent driver-assistance system and AI-powered wearable devices. The Geely Gala...

Ecarx Holdings Inc. showcased its AI-driven intelligent cockpit and driving solutions at the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai. The company highlighted its Antora series computing platform, which integrates intelligent cockpits, assisted driving and parking solutions on a single, cost-effective platform, meeting ISO 26262 and ASIL-B functional safety requirements. This platform has been demonstrated in flagship vehicles such as Geely Galaxy and Lynk & Co models, sold ...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a recall investigation involving 27,816 Polestar 2 electric sport utility vehicles produced by the Swedish electric-car maker, Polestar. In June 2024, Polestar recalled certain models of the Polestar 2 from 2021 to 2024 to fix issues with the rearview camera, which included limited visibility, malfunctioning or failure to operate correctly while in reverse. To address these problems, Polestar had sugg...

According to a report published by TrendForce on July 4, NXP has intensified its focus on its China localization strategy amid growing US export controls and potential tariff risks. The company announced plans to collaborate with a local Chinese foundry to manufacture its chips entirely within China. Although NXP operates a significant packaging and testing facility in Tianjin, the majority of its wafer fabrication occurs in the US and Singapore. This move aligns with broader trends among semico...

Volvo Cars and Polestar have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on developing and producing the Polestar 7, a fully electric compact sport utility vehicle scheduled for launch in 2028. The premium electric SUV will be manufactured at Volvo Cars' upcoming manufacturing plant in Kosice, Slovakia, marking it the second car to be assembled following an undisclosed Volvo model. The Polestar 7 will share technology with two upcoming Volvo models, including...

Geely has unveiled the second generation of its Leishen AI Hybrid (2.0) plug-in hybrid electric vehicle powertrain in mainland China, highlighting its 47.26% thermal efficiency rate. The thermal efficiency of the Leishen AI Hybrid 2.0 PHEV powertrain surpasses that of BYD's DM-i system. Geely's new powertrain system includes EM-i, EM-P and Hydrogen variants. The first-generation Leishen plug-in hybrid system was introduced in 2021. It had a thermal efficiency of 43.32% and was integra...

On June 16, Polestar announced that it has secured a $200 million equity investment from one of its key shareholders, PSD Investment Ltd., a company controlled by Shufu (Eric) Li, the founder and chairman of Geely Holding Group. As per the securities purchase agreement, the Swedish carmaker will sell nearly 190.5 million newly issued Class A American depositary shares (ADS) to PSD Investment. The transaction is structured as a private investment in public equity (PIPE) at a price of $1.0...

Volvo Cars has entered into a new sourcing agreement with the Sweden-based steel company SSAB for the supply of high-quality, recycled and near-zero emissions steel, beginning 2025. The agreement makes Volvo Cars the first car manufacturer to secure a supply agreement with SSAB for recycled, near-zero emissions steel intended for serial production. This agreement extends a long-term collaboration aimed at promoting sustainable steel. Volvo Cars is also advancing its circular sustainability go...

Dongfeng Motor, Guangzhou Automobile Group Co. (GAC) and FAW Group, the leading state-owned automakers in mainland China, have committed to reducing supplier payment terms to 60 days, ETAuto reported June 11. The development comes amid growing regulatory scrutiny over delayed supplier payments and opaque financing practices in the automotive supply chain. This initiative is expected to improve capital flow and financial transparency in the mainland Chinese automotive industry, which ha...

Volvo Cars has unveiled a multi-adaptive safety belt, a technology aimed at enhancing protection in real-world traffic situations. This innovative safety feature will debut in the fully electric Volvo EX60 in 2026. The safety belt adapts to traffic variations and individual characteristics, such as height, weight and seating position, using real-time data from advanced car sensors. It adjusts the belt load setting based on crash severity and occupant size to mitigate injury risks such as he...

In a notable collaboration between two competing electric-car makers in mainland China, Nio and Zeekr have teamed up to share their respective electric vehicle charging facilities. On May 29, Nio's energy unit, Nio Power, and Zeekr's energy division, Zeekr Power, signed a cooperation agreement for their charging facilities. This collaboration aims to provide their customers with an efficient and convenient EV charging service. Users of Nio's brands, including Nio, Onvo and Fire...

Geely Automobile Holdings is proposing to take its premium electric vehicle unit Zeekr private, a year after Zeekr's public debut in the US. Geely has submitted a non-binding offer to Zeekr on May 7 to acquire all issued and outstanding shares and American depositary shares (ADS) at $2.57 per share or $25.66 per ADS. According to the company, this offer represents a 13.6% premium to Zeekr's recent closing price in the US and a 20.0% premium to its volume-weighted average price over ...

Horse Powertrain, the engine-making joint venture between Geely and the Renault Group, has announced a new hybrid powertrain that is designed to fit in the same space as a traditional electric vehicle motor. This innovative powertrain can be fueled using petrol, E85 ethanol-petrol mix, pure methanol and synthetic fuels. Horse has crafted this powertrain to be retrofitted into electric cars without necessitating comprehensive reengineering or a new production line setup. The unit comprises an ...

Zeekr, a new energy vehicle (NEV) brand of the Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, is equipping its 001 electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) with Continental PremiumContact 6 tires as original equipment fitment, the Germany-based tiremaker said in a press release on March 28. The tires, offered in 265/40 R22106V XL FR size, are known for their dynamic handling, safety and comfort.  Continental claims its PremiumContact 6 tires are designed to enhance the equipped vehicle's co...

Geely Auto, one of the largest Chinese automakers, has forayed into Australia and New Zealand markets with the launch of its all-electric sport utility vehicle EX5 in the region, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on March 12. The Geely EX5 was launched at an event at Sydney's Luna Park on March 11. The carmaker also launched its international brand — Geely Go — on the sidelines of the event. Citing Jerry Gan, CEO of Geely Auto Group, the report mentioned that the ca...

Geely-backed Caocao Mobility has unveiled its Caocao Autonomous Driving platform, marking the commencement of robo-taxi trial operations in Suzhou, China, and Hangzhou, China, with vehicles featuring Geely's advanced intelligent driving system, according to reports. Established in 2015, Caocao Mobility has grown its ride-hailing services to over 100 cities in China, managing a fleet of 33,000 customized new-energy vehicles in 29 major cities. The company embarked on its robo-taxi technology...

Renault Group and Geely Holding Group have entered into a framework agreement to extend their strategic collaboration for producing and selling zero- and low-emission vehicles in Brazil. This partnership signifies Geely Holding's entry as a minority shareholder in Renault do Brasil, enabling the company to utilize Renault Group's Ayrton Senna Industrial Complex in São José dos Pinhais, Paraná, for vehicle production. This collaboration aims to leverage Renault do Brasil's distribution ecos...

Yokohama Rubber has begun supplying its ADVAN Sport electric vehicle tires as original equipment for the new Lynk & Co Z10 electric sedan. Lynk & Co launched the Z10 EV in the Chinese market in September 2024. The electric sedan is fitted with Yokohama's tires sized 245/50R19 105W. The ADVAN Sport EV tires are designed as ultrahigh-performance (UHP) summer tires specifically for premium EVs, drawing from the technology of Yokohama Rubber's ADVAN Sport V107 tires meant for high-pe...

At the 2025 Annual Business Conference held Feb. 9, Geely Auto Group CEO Gan Jiayue announced a significant development in the company's push toward AI in the automotive sector. He revealed plans for Geely to unveil a comprehensive AI-driven intelligent strategy in early March. This move is aimed at positioning Geely as a front-runner in the smart vehicle technology space, with Gan expressing the company's ambition to revolutionize intelligent user experiences through AI technology. The year ...

Zeekr, the electric vehicle brand of Chinese automotive group Zhejiang Geely Holding, has launched an ultrafast-charging network across Israel, China Daily reported Feb. 1. The charging network called Zeekr Power is brand agnostic and can be used by EV owners of other brands. Zeekr EV owners will pay a reduced rate for charging. The charging will be done with a dedicated Zeekr chip or via an app.    Zeekr entered the Israeli automotive market in 2024. The company offers two EV ...

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers BYD, Geely, and SAIC have filed challenges against the European Union's (EU) import tariffs at the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), according to information available on the court's website. The complaints were lodged at the CJEU's General Court, the lower of its two chambers, with the deadline for filing challenges being just a day before their submission. The General Court's proceedings are expected to last an average of 18 months ...

Geely Holding Group’s premium electric vehicle unit Zeekr has forayed into the Malaysian market as part of its global expansion strategy, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on Dec. 9. The report, which cited Zeekr, said that the company has launched the Zeekr 009 multipurpose vehicle and Zeekr X compact sport utility vehicle in Malaysia on Dec. 6. The local deliveries of the two models are expected to begin later in December, the report said, adding that while the Zeekr 009 is...

Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, through a directly and wholly owned subsidiary, Aramco Asia Singapore Pte. Ltd., has completed the purchase of a 10% equity stake in Horse Powertrain, Geely announced Dec. 2.  London-headquartered Horse Powertrain is a joint venture company, owned by Renault and Geely, aimed at manufacturing internal combustion engine (ICE) and hybrid powertrains to global automakers. With the completion of this transaction, ...

Volvo Cars has formed a partnership with energy supplier Ovo and energy software company Kaluza to offer owners of eligible Volvo electric vehicles in the UK access to home recharging at highly competitive rates. Through the Ovo Charge Anytime add-on, Volvo EV owners can enjoy a special rate of 7 pence per kilowatt hour, translating to approximately 2 pence per mile, with an additional benefit of a £50 credit on their Ovo energy plan, sufficient to cover the energy cost of about 2,700 miles of ...

Geely Automobile’s premium electric car unit Zeekr, which is listed on the NYSE, has forayed into the Brazilian car market by launching the Zeekr 001 shooting brake in São Paulo on Oct. 10, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on Oct. 12. The move to launch the Zeekr 001 shooting brake marks the availability of the first-ever Zeekr EV model in the country as part of the mainland Chinese automaker’s global expansion strategy. In 2024 alone, Zeekr has meaningfully expanded...

Geely Group has signed a joint venture deal with Vietnamese company Tasco to pave the way for local assembly of cars in Vietnam, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on Sept. 24. Under its partnership with Tasco, Geely plans to commence local assembly operations in Vietnam as early as 2026, the report said, adding that the Vietnamese partner is also entrusted with the responsibility of distributing the Geely vehicles. Tasco's assembly JV with Geely Auto will be a completely kno...

Volvo has announced an expansion of its commitment to sustainability by increasing the usage of low-CO2-emission steel across its truck models. This initiative, originally implemented in its electric trucks in 2022, marks Volvo as the first truck manufacturer to adopt this environmentally friendly steel, called SSAB Zero, produced by the Swedish company SSAB. Unlike conventional steel, SSAB Zero is made from recycled materials and is produced using fossil-free electricity and biogas, allowing fo...

JSW MG Motor India has launched the MG Windsor, positioned as the country's inaugural mass-market electric crossover utility vehicle (CUV), blending the sport utility vehicle (SUV) with sedan comfort. The vehicle, built on the Pure EV Platform, aims to provide a comfortable driving experience. Launched at an eye-catching starting price of 999,000 rupees (about $11,896), the Windsor comes with innovative ownership schemes including a unique battery-as-a-service (BaaS) option. This scheme ...

Geely Auto introduced its new global model, the Geely EX5 midsize electric sport utility vehicle (SUV), at Automechanika Frankfurt in Germany, the company said in a press release on Sept. 10. The EX5 is built on the Geely Electric Architecture (GEA) architecture, known for its spatial efficiency and structural integrity, supporting various energy layouts while providing exceptional driving and energy efficiency. Its design features a dynamic exterior with a low drag coefficient, LED headlight...

Volvo Cars held the Capital Markets Day 2024 event in Gothenburg, Sweden, on Thursday (Sept. 5), revealing a transformative strategy focused on a unified approach to technology, aiming at enhancing the longevity and performance of its vehicles. Central to this strategy is the introduction of the Volvo Cars Superset tech stack, a single tech and software base designed to be utilized across its future electric vehicles, including the upcoming EX90 model. This tech stack, comprising various...

Smart, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely Holding Group, has unveiled the all-new Smart #5 electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) in Australia on Aug. 28. The Smart #5 is designed by Mercedes-Benz and positioned as a large luxury adventure five-seater SUV. A key highlight of the Smart #5 is its innovative built-in, automotive-grade laser projection light. This feature allows users to project content up to 233 inches in size from a distance of 2-7 meters away from the vehicle, enhan...

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Zeekr, headquartered in Hangzhou, mainland China, and affiliated with Geely, announced it has received a license to test its Level 3 partially autonomous driving system in Hangzhou, following a similar approval in Shanghai two months earlier, as reported by TechNode on Aug. 22. This development marks a significant step for Zeekr, enabling its test vehicles to autonomously navigate major roads in two key Chinese economic regions as part of its efforts to e...

Geely Holding’s pure electric vehicle arm Zeekr plans to roll out a car with a hybrid propulsion system for the first time, marking a significant strategy shift in its global product roadmap. According to a news report published by CnEVPost on Aug. 21, Zeekr plans to launch its flagship sport utility vehicle (SUV) in the second half of 2025. The SUV will also be offered in an all-new electric-hybrid powertrain variant and will be powered by Nvidia's Drive Thor autonomous driving chip. ...

As part of its ongoing anti-subsidy investigation on electric vehicles imported from mainland China, the European Commission has now revised the duty rates based on the inputs received from interested parties on the provisional countervailing duties published earlier in July. In a note issued on Aug. 20, disclosing the revised tariffs to the Chinese vehicle manufacturers, the commission announced the revised countervailing duties mentioned below: a) BYD electric cars will attract a count...

Chinese carmaker Geely has invested £120 million in LEVC, the UK-based manufacturer of London’s famous black cabs, according to a news report published by the UK edition of the Yahoo Finance portal on Aug. 5. The move aligns with the Chinese carmaker’s efforts to continue expanding its presence in the UK’s EV market. Citing regulatory filings, the report said that Geely had invested £70 million into its Coventry, UK-based subsidiary in October 2023, and recently invested another tr...

In a press release dated July 30, Farasis Energy announced that it has supplied its Super Pouch Solution (SPS) technology, previously integrated into Geely Radar's Horizon all-electric 4WD pickup, for the second-generation Aion V, a sport utility vehicle (SUV) launched by GAC Aion, the electric vehicle subsidiary of GAC Group. The second-gen Aion V, launched in July as the company's first global strategic model, features an advancement from Farasis Energy's SPS lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batte...

In June, Volvo recalled the EX30 electric small sport utility vehicles (SUVs) owing to a software issue. The software update, intended to enhance features and functionality, instead led to a multitude of problems and a surge in customer returns and refund demands. This situation has resulted in a range of issues, including blacked-out infotainment screens, incorrect information displayed on functioning screens and driver profiles reverting back to factory settings. Furthermore, driver aids have ...

After Huawei and Xiaomi, yet another smartphone-maker from mainland China, Meizu, plans to venture into the electric vehicle business, according to a news report published by online automotive news portal CarNewsChina on July 26. Citing Liao Qinghong, Meizu’s COO, the report mentioned that the smartphone-maker plans to launch Meizu Automobile, the company’s EV unit, later in 2024, and that its products will have a different functional performance from traditional car original equipment ma...

SK On, a prominent battery manufacturer, is in the final stages of discussions with China's Geely Automobile to supply electric vehicle batteries, highlighting a growing collaboration aimed at boosting their presence in the eco-friendly mobility sector. The potential battery supply contract with Geely Automobile, discussed during the executives' visit to SK On's plant, is a strategic move for Geely as it aims to enter the South Korean premium EV market by early 2026. Geely Automobile exe...

Premium electric-car maker Zeekr is evaluating the possibility of producing cars in factories linked to its parent Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. in Europe to avoid the new provisional tariffs imposed by the European Commission on electric vehicle imports from mainland China, according to a news report published by Bloomberg on July 19. Notably, all of the premium Zeekr EV models are currently manufactured in mainland China and face a 19.9% provisional duty on imports into the EU. Earlier, ...

Smart Automobile, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, has announced its latest over-the-air (OTA) update for its vehicles, version 1.4.0, that will support a suite of new functionalities and enhancements designed to elevate convenience, comfort and safety across varying driving scenarios. The latest software update broadens the capabilities of Smart vehicles by offering several new functions such as vehicle-to-load energy management, low-energy regeneration, n...

Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, through a wholly owned subsidiary, has signed definitive agreements to acquire a 10% equity interest in Horse Powertrain Limited, an equal joint venture between Renault Group and Geely Automobile Holdings, Aramco announced on June 28. Horse Powertrain was formed on May 31, 2024, by Renault Group and Geely and is incorporated and headquartered in London, UK. Aramco plans to acquire a 10% equity interest in Horse...

Polestar has commenced its first customer deliveries of the Polestar 3 electric sport utility vehicle (SUVs), the company said in a press release June 27. The initial deliveries of Polestar 3 are set to take place across Europe and North America over the coming days, with deliveries set to increase throughout the summer. The Launch Edition vehicles, available in both long range dual motor and long range dual motor with performance pack configurations, feature a color palette of snow, thunder and...

LEVC, historically known for its high-end taxi manufacturing, is making significant strides in the global electric mobility market with the launch of its new fully electric model, the L380 multipurpose vehicle (MPV), in mainland China. This launch marks the beginning of LEVC's transition toward becoming a prominent provider of e-mobility solutions. The L380, which emerged from the groundbreaking Space Oriented Architecture (SOA) developed in collaboration with Geely Holding Group, showcases a...

Geely’s premium electric car unit, Zeekr, plans to launch seven new electric vehicles by 2026, including four crossovers, two minivans and one wagon, according to a news report published by CarNewsChina.com on June 21. One of the upcoming models is the Zeekr 007 Station Wagon, which is specifically designed for European markets, the report said. Zeekr, which has delivered over 67,000 electric cars in the first five months of 2024, plans to launch two new EVs this year — the Zeekr ...

Polestar, the Swedish electric vehicle company, is broadening its retail operations across established and new markets in conjunction with the expansion of its model lineup. Part of this expansion involves a shift to a non-genuine agency sales model across Europe, a change that has already occurred in Sweden and Norway. The company aims to penetrate seven new markets by 2025, including France, which is the second-largest volume market for EVs in the EU after Germany. Expansion is also planned...

On June 12, 2024, Lynk & Co introduced its first all-electric vehicle, the luxury flagship sedan, Lynk & Co Z10, in Gothenburg, Sweden. The Z10 represents Lynk & Co's cutting-edge technology, unique brand heritage, and its vision of Zeal, Enjoyment, Responsibility, and Originality, promising to deliver driving pleasure, enjoyment, safety, and quality. The design of the vehicle was inspired by the Lynk & Co The Next Day concept car and incorporates modern and timeless elements. ...

The European Commission’s new tariffs on made-in-China electric vehicles may slow down Chinese carmakers looking to grow sales in Europe, but would not stop leading players such as BYD from penetrating further and continuing to pose serious competition to local carmakers, according to a news report published by Nikkei Asia on June 13. Earlier on June 12, the European Commission announced that it plans to impose provisional countervailing duties on Chinese carmakers from July 4, if discussio...

Mainland China’s leading carmaker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with South Korean conglomerate SK Group to jointly focus on multiple areas including batteries, automotive electronics components and green energy, Geely announced June 12. The strategic partnership is part of both the companies’ strategy to secure global competitiveness in sustainable mobility. The Chinese vehicle manufacturer said in its press note issued that SK Inc., the stra...

Volvo Cars has started producing its new electric flagship SUV, the EX90, at its factory outside Charleston, S.C. The first deliveries to customers are set for the second half of the year. The EX90 is the first Volvo vehicle that is powered by core computing technology, which will usher in a new era of safety for its cars. The first EX90 produced was a denim blue model destined for a customer in the United States. The EX90 uses Volvo's next-generation, born-electric EV technology base, offeri...

Following an agreement inked in July 2023, Renault Group and mainland Chinese automaker Geely have established a joint venture named HORSE Powertrain Ltd., Renault announced in a press release May 31. Both Renault and Geely will have a 50% stake in HORSE Powertrain. The new company, which is headquartered in London, will design, develop, produce and sell all hybrid and combustion powertrain solutions and systems including engines, transmissions, hybrid systems and batteries.  Acc...

In a press release dated May 23, Volvo Trucks announced that it is developing trucks with combustion engines that run on hydrogen. The truck maker is aiming to commence on-road trials of the trucks by 2026, with a full commercial launch expected by the end of the decade. “Trucks where the traditional internal combustion engine remains but runs on hydrogen will have the same performance and reliability as our diesel trucks, but with the added benefit of potentially net-zero CO2 emission...

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, popularly known as Geely Holding, mainland China’s largest private-owned automotive group, announced May 10 that it has listed its premium electric-car unit Zeekr on the NYSE after completion of an IPO. Shares of the new publicly listed company will be traded under the ticker ZK, it said. Geely said that the funds raised from the IPO will be used to further develop new advanced technologies and products for Zeekr as well as support the expansion of its sales...

Geely has partnered with Foretellix to reduce development costs and improve time to market for Geely's autonomous vehicles, according to a press release dated May 7. Under the partnership, Foretellix will integrate its Foretify platform with Geely's development and verification and validation (V&V) flows, and advanced simulator to enable efficient synthetic data generation for AI training, automated scenario-based virtual testing, large-scale failure triage, performance and KPIs assessment, ...

Ecarx has developed and deployed its Ecarx Cloudpeak digital cockpit software stack for automotive manufacturers as they work on software-defined vehicles, it said in a press release dated Feb. 22. The software stack is designed to provide global automotive original equipment manufacturers with an intelligent foundation for state-of-the-art infotainment and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). One of the first applications of Ecarx Cloudpeak is Volvo EX30, a fully electric sport utility...

According to a Reuters report dated Feb.9, French carmaker Renault and Chinese rival Geely are expected to finalize a joint venture for their combustion and hybrid engines toward the end of February, two sources close to the matter told Reuters. At the same time, Saudi Aramco is set to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding to invest in the venture, one of the sources said, a move that would confirm Aramco's letter of intent from March last year. Renault's unit Horse and Geely ...

Volvo Cars is launching the Mobility Innovation Destination Torslanda, a test bed for automotive development, near its Gothenburg, Sweden, operations, it said in a press release dated Feb. 7. The initiative builds on the company’s electrification journey and advancement of its next-generation premium electric cars. The innovation center will allow Volvo Cars to test emerging technologies such as wireless car charging, vehicle-to-grid bidirectional charging, and self-driving capabilities in ...

The Polestar 4 has gone on sale officially in Europe and Australia, according to a press release on Jan. 31. Online sales have commenced with a starting price of €63,200 and A$81,500. Production is planned to start toward the middle of 2024, with first deliveries expected from August. The Polestar 4 is positioned between the Polestar 2 and the Polestar 3 in terms of size and price. The vehicle is built on the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) developed by Geely. Some of the design e...

Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle unit of leading Chinese carmaker Geely Holding, has unveiled its own lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell and pack technologies that can support ultrafast charging and provide high energy density along with superior safety to EV users, the company announced Dec. 14. The carmaker said that the LFP battery cell and pack technologies are developed by Zeekr's in-house battery research and development (R&D) team. According to the company pr...

Volvo Cars has announced that it plans to use near-zero emission aluminum and steel as it aims to reduce CO2 emissions per car by 75% by 2030, compared with a 2018 baseline, it said in a press release on Nov. 30. The automaker also set a target to become climate neutral by 2040 and reduce CO2 emissions per car by 40% between 2018 and 2025. It is is doubling down on its existing ambition to only sell fully electric cars by 2030, eliminating tailpipe emissions from its model line-up. Volvo Cars...

Audi has updated its flagship Q855 TFSI and SQ8 models with improved lighting technology and a revised exterior design, according to a press release dated October 25. The model year 2024 Audi Q8 comes equipped with standard Matrix-design LED headlights, while the digital organic LED rear lights are available exclusively on the SQ8. The new design elements include a new roofline, exhaust outlets and a new badging strategy with the model, derivative and technology-identifier laser in the B-pillar....

Volvo’s in-vehicle speed limit-announcing safety feature in collaboration with Google has received the European General Safety Regulation (GSR) certification, The Verge reported October 16. The technology, known as Intelligent Speed Assist (ISA), uses Google Maps data to accurately display the current posted speed limit on the instrument display at all times and warns drivers when they are exceeding the speed limit. “You need to know things about the road network that you cannot see to kn...

Kinaxis has announced a partnership with Volvo Cars, according to a company press release dated October 5. Kinaxis will bring its patented methodology for concurrent supply chain techniques to streamline the Swedish automaker’s supply chain operations. “We are proud to work with industry leaders like Volvo Cars and play an important role in their commitment to creating safe and innovative vehicles designed to do better for the planet. We look forward to working together to help them conti...

Geely’s premium electric car unit Zeekr has signed partnerships with four local companies to expand its retail presence in the Middle East region in addition to Israel, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on September 29. Zeekr has entered into partnerships with AW Rostamani Holdings in the United Arab Emirates, Wallan Trading Co. in Saudi Arabia, Blue Lake Motors in Qatar and Y.K. Almoayyed & Sons from Bahrain to sell its electric cars, the report mentioned, citing a ...

StoreDot has signed a multiyear agreement with Volvo Cars to develop an optimized battery for next-generation vehicles, it said in a press release on September 28. The companies are looking to jointly develop extreme fast charging (XFC) cells for Volvo's future electric vehicle architectures. It is expected that the first samples will be delivered for testing in 2024. “This is a highly significant agreement for both StoreDot and Volvo Cars. Our teams are now working together at pa...

Tianqi Lithium has invested $150 million in the Smart joint venture, Yicai Global reported September 14. Smart is a JV between Mercedes-Benz and Geely Holding Group to develop electric vehicles. Tianqi Lithium also signed strategic deals with Mercedes-Benz and Geely. The company will cooperate with Geely on resources, core materials, lithium-battery technology research, lightweight materials for new-energy vehicles and software development. Significance: The investment in Smart repres...

SiriusXM, with its advanced audio-entertainment experience 360L, will make its Volvo debut in the all-new and fully electric 2024 Volvo EX30 and EX90 sport utility vehicles (SUVs). It combines satellite and streaming content delivery into a single, cohesive in-vehicle entertainment experience, which provides drivers and their passengers with more choice, better discovery and a more personalized listening experience, a company press release said July 26. This advanced entertainment system in V...

After the November 2022 framework agreement, Geely Holding Group, Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd. (collectively referred to as Geely) and Renault Group signed a binding 50/50 joint venture agreement on July 11 to launch a new powertrain technology company with a goal to emerge as the global leader in developing, manufacturing and supplying best-in-class hybrid powertrains and highly efficient internal combustion engine (ICE) powertrains. Another partner, Aramco, which signed a l...

Chinese vehicle manufacturer Geely’s premium EV arm Zeekr plans to debut in Europe with its electric sedan 001 and electric compact SUV Zeekr X, the company announced on June 28. Zeekr has opened the preorders in Sweden and the Netherlands for the 001 Shooting Brake and Zeekr X models, with first deliveries expected to commence in autumn, the company said without specifying a date. Zeekr plans to follow a direct-to-customer business model in Europe and aims to open flagship stores in Stockh...

Volvo Cars announced signing an agreement with electric-vehicle maker Tesla to access the Supercharger network across the US, Canada and Mexico — the first European original equipment manufacturer to do so. Under the agreement, future Volvo cars starting from 2025 will be equipped with the North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging port in North America.  The collaboration offers fully electric Volvo drivers access to 12,000 new fast-charge points, a...

Polestar Automotive Holding UK is entering into a joint venture with Xingji Meizu Group, it said in a press release June 19. The companies will develop Xingji Meizu’s Flyme Auto platform into an operating system (OS) for Polestar cars sold in China, including in-car apps, streaming services and intelligent-vehicle software. Polestar will own 49% of the JV company, with Xingji Meizu owning the remaining 51%. Xingji Meizu will be in charge of arranging the company’s future financi...

Volvo announced that its latest over-the-air (OTA) update has enhanced the experience of using Apple CarPlay, according to a June 1 press release. A key enhancement following the update is that Apple Maps and other supported navigation apps would become available in the driver display, just behind the steering wheel. The driver display will now present call information, which allows drivers and passengers to answer, reject and end calls using the buttons on the steering wheel. ...

In a press release dated May 31, Volvo has disclosed the details of the interiors of its EX30 model. The car will be launched June 7. Volvo has used sustainable materials such as waste product from the denim recycling process. Other materials on offer include a recycled plastic made from waste items such as old window frames and roller shutters; flax, a renewable fiber derived from linseed plants; a wool blend including 70% recycled polyester; and a structured knit-seat ...

Geely Holding’s premium electric vehicle (EV) arm Zeekr has commenced the deliveries of the Zeekr 001 model with CATL’s long-range Qilin battery as an option, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on May 16. Zeekr 001’s Qilin battery-equipped variant goes on sale soon after the premium brand started delivering the Zeekr 009 multipurpose vehicle (MPV) with the CATL battery pack a month ago. The report said that Zeekr 001 WE version has gone on sale with the optional 14...

Volvo Car Corp. (Volvo) has announced that its EX90 all-electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) will come equipped with Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity sound system, a company press release dated May 10 read. Occupants of the seven seater will be able to enjoy 3D surround sound from the 25 speakers throughout the cabin. “For the new Volvo EX90, Bowers & Wilkins was a natural and obvious choice as the partner for our premium audio system. Its highly acclaimed approach to sound exude...

In a major strategic announcement, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (Geely Holding Group) and Chongqing Changan Automobile Co. Ltd. (Changan Automobile) signed a cooperation framework agreement, according to a press release May 10. The partnership aims to explore opportunities in new-energy technologies, vehicle intelligence, new-energy powertrains, overseas development, mobility and industrial ecology.  This collaboration agreement aims to jointly promote the development of C...

Expanding its global design footprint, Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) on May 10 announced the opening of its first Asia design studio in Shanghai. The company said the Shanghai studio aims to be one of the most comprehensive design studios of global car brands in Asia. Mirroring its design headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden, the Shanghai studio has all the functions needed to facilitate the whole design process — from concept to production. The new design capabilities will allow the...

Volvo Cars Group (Volvo Cars) has collaborated with Plug and Play Tech Center (Plug and Play) for development of mobility in the Scandinavian region, according to a company press release dated May 3. Plug and Play has opened a new innovation platform in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo Cars is a founding partner of the new platform, which is expected to engage more than 500 mobility startups every year. “We’re very pleased to team up with Volvo Cars and open the doors to this new innovation...