Geely EV Strategy and Restructuring
Covers Geely's strategic moves related to its electric vehicle brands, including mergers, acquisitions, privatizations, and integration of R&D and supply chain resources.
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Lotus Sports Cars Abandons Pure EV Strategy, Shifts to Diversified Powertrains
Lotus has scrapped its all-electric Vision80 plan in favor of a new Focus2030 strategy that includes internal combustion engines, super hybrids, and pure electric vehicles. The move targets 30,000 annual global sales by 2030, with regional flexibility and Geely partnership as key enablers.
2026 Geely Cowboy Launches
Geely unveils the 2026 Cowboy—a box-style SUV priced from RMB 75,900. Features include a 1.5TD engine, Flyme Auto infotainment, Level 2 ADAS, and standard rear independent suspension across three trims.
Geely StarWish Reimagined Launches from RMB 61,800
The all-new Geely StarWish enters the A0-segment EV market with prices starting at RMB 61,800, offering up to 480 km of CLTC range, standard CATL battery cells, rear-wheel drive, and advanced thermal management. With over 700,000 units delivered, it ranks among the world’s top three best-selling new energy vehicles.
Geely Xingyuan Launches on May 28: A0-Class EV Boasts 460 km Range and Smart Upgrades
The Geely Xingyuan officially launches on May 28, targeting urban commuters with a RMB 70,000–90,000 price tag, 460 km CLTC range, Level 2 ADAS, and smart cabin upgrades like automatic parking and Sentry Mode.
Geely Galaxy Starlight 7 MAX Launched with Aggressive Pricing and Premium Tech
Geely has launched the Galaxy Starlight 7 MAX, a midsize plug-in hybrid SUV priced from RMB 98,800. All trims feature e-AWD, up to 230km electric range, LiDAR on higher variants, and the Qianli Haohan H3 driver-assistance system.
Geely Galaxy Starlight 7 MAX Launches as First Sub-RMB 100,000 AWD Electric Sedan
Geely has launched the Galaxy Starlight 7 MAX, a midsize electric sedan priced from RMB 98,800 that brings genuine all-wheel drive to the mass market for the first time. With a near-5-meter length and advanced safety tech, it addresses rear-wheel slip issues common in affordable EVs.
Geely Galaxy Starlight 7 MAX Launched: First Sub-RMB 100K Mid-Size Hybrid Sedan with Standard All-Wheel Drive
Geely has launched the Galaxy Starlight 7 MAX, a mid-size premium electric hybrid sedan starting at RMB 98,800 with standard all-wheel drive across all trims—challenging traditional pricing norms and accelerating premium democratization in China’s NEV market.
Multiple New Models Launched Simultaneously: Voyah, Arcfox, and Geely Intensify China’s EV Price War
On May 22, Voyah, Arcfox, and Geely unveiled new NEV models targeting premium and budget segments alike. The Voyah Taishan X8 enters the mid-to-large SUV space, while the Arcfox Beta S3 and Geely Galaxy Starlight 7 push prices down to RMB 59,800 and RMB 98,800 respectively—deepening the industry-wide price war below RMB 100,000.
Geely Fully Acquires Radar and Integrates It into China Star
Geely has completed the full acquisition of Radar Auto for RMB 218 million, integrating the brand into its China Star lineup as part of its 'One Geely' strategy. Radar will no longer operate as an independent brand and will serve as China Star’s dedicated new energy pickup truck series.
Geely Auto Fully Acquires Radar Auto to Bolster New Energy Pickup Business
Geely Auto has completed the full acquisition of Radar Auto for RMB 218 million, integrating the new energy pickup brand into its China Star business line and listed company structure.
Geely Fully Acquires Three Radar Companies to Strengthen New Energy Pickup Strategy
Geely has completed the full acquisition of Radar Auto (Shandong), Radar Auto Sales, and Radar Thailand for RMB 218 million, integrating the entire Radar ecosystem to reinforce its mid-to-high-end new energy pickup segment and drive global growth.
Lynk & Co 20 to Launch in Q3 with LiDAR and 800V Architecture
The Lynk & Co 20—formerly the Z20—debuts in Q3 with updated styling, an 800V high-voltage platform, LiDAR-based intelligent driving, and a refined naming strategy to target the RMB 150,000–200,000 BEV SUV segment.