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Geely showcases SEA-M platform used by Waymo's Zeekr robotaxi

Geely showcases SEA-M platform used by Waymo's Zeekr robotaxi

Derived from Geely's SEA platform, SEA-M is for future mobility products like robotaxis, multi-purpose vehicles and logistics vehicles.

By Dan Mihalascu 20 November 2022

Corporate / Financial

Geely buys 7.6 percent stake in Aston Martin Lagonda

It's not known how much the Chinese automotive conglomerate paid.

By Brian Potter 30 September 2022

Geely Beauty Leopard didn't age like fine wine

Geely Beauty Leopard didn't age like fine wine

Apparently, this was the first sports coupe from China.

By Brian Potter 30 August 2022

Radar Auto RD6 is China's first electric lifestyle pickup truck

Radar Auto RD6 is China's first electric lifestyle pickup truck

It will be sold in the country through Geely's new adventure brand.

By Brian Potter 14 July 2022

Autonomous Cars

Waymo will add this driverless Geely EV to ride hailing service

Waymo will add this driverless Geely EV to ride hailing service

The Geely vehicle, sold under the Zeekr brand, does not have a physical steering wheel; it was designed to not need a driver.

By Brian Potter 30 December 2021

Commercial Vehicles

Geely's Homtruck unveiled as Tesla Semi rival, coming in 2024

Geely's Homtruck unveiled as Tesla Semi rival, coming in 2024

The Homtruck will offer methanol, range extender or pure electric powertrains, the latter with a battery swapping option.

By Brian Potter 09 November 2021

Volvo owner Geely unveils new flagship SUV in China

Volvo owner Geely unveils new flagship SUV in China

The Xingyue L will feature a turbocharged four-cylinder engine.

By Matthew Crisara 20 April 2021

Mercedes and Geely to unveil Smart electric SUV concept in September

Mercedes and Geely to unveil Smart electric SUV concept in September

It's sized to compete against the Mini Countryman.

By Jacob Oliva 07 March 2021

Geely now holds Guinness World Record for largest car mosaic

Geely now holds Guinness World Record for largest car mosaic

In time for the celebration of the Year of the Ox.

By Jacob Oliva 15 February 2021

Mercedes and Geely co-developing engines that Volvo will also use

Mercedes and Geely co-developing engines that Volvo will also use

Efficiency through electrification is the key.

By Jacob Oliva 22 November 2020

Corporate / Financial

Mercedes-Benz and Geely formally establish JV for Smart

Mercedes-Benz and Geely formally establish JV for Smart

The first jointly developed smart BEVs, by Mercedes-Benz and Geely, will be introduced in 2022.

By Mark Kane 09 January 2020

Corporate / Financial

Jaguar Land Rover eyeing BMW, Geely partnership - reports

The British firm still isn't for sale, but it's looking for a friend.

By Dominik Wilde 13 November 2019

Manufacturing / Production

Geely begins work on new Lotus plant

Geely begins work on new Lotus plant

The factory in China will be the British sports car maker's second production facility.

By Dominik Wilde 15 April 2019

Corporate / Financial

Daimler, Geely create 50:50 joint venture to develop Smart

Daimler, Geely create 50:50 joint venture to develop Smart

Plan for larger Smart models announced.

By Adrian Padeanu 28 March 2019

Manufacturing / Production

Lotus announces new car for 2020 launch

Lotus announces new car for 2020 launch

The new Lotus Cars CEO also confirmed that all future models will eventually be electrified.

By Jacob Oliva 17 March 2019

Manufacturing / Production

Lotus to start manufacturing in China

Lotus to start manufacturing in China

It will still build cars in the UK, too.

By Dominik Wilde 17 January 2019

Corporate / Financial

Big budget Geely has 'huge' plans for Lotus

Big budget Geely has 'huge' plans for Lotus

The iconic British brand is blowing off the cobwebs.

By Dominik Wilde 07 January 2019

Lotus Takeover Nearly Complete – Electric Model On The Cards?

Lotus Takeover Nearly Complete – Electric Model On The Cards?

Industry experts say Brexit and electric technologies will be Lotus's highest priorities.

By Anthony Karr 04 September 2017

Chinese Lynk&Co 01 SUV to hit Europe this year

Chinese Lynk&Co 01 SUV to hit Europe this year

Chinese brand from the owners of Volvo plans to challenge the dominant European market players with this all-new SUV.

By Iain Dooley 02 March 2017

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