Savvy Innovations Grace the Shanghai Auto Show
Geely Brands Present New Lineup at Latest Shanghai Exhibition
Get ready for some major automotive announcements! Geely's brands unleashed a flurry of fresh ideas at the Shanghai Auto Show. One of these groundbreaking collaborations was Horse Powertrain's Future Hybrid Concept, a game-changer for the industry.
Reversed Hybridization: Embracing the Future
Horse Powertrain shook things up by offering a novel approach to hybridizing electric platforms—flipping the script from the usual electric-to-thermal conversions. You know, like going from a vegan diet to a steak feast, but for cars!
This ingenious system, called the Future Hybrid Concept, is essentially an all-in-one powertrain for electric vehicles. It morphed into a flexible hybrid variant with minimal platform alterations. This single unit houses both the internal combustion engine and the electric motor, as well as the transmission. You can fuel it with gasoline, biofuels, or synthetics—it's a versatile ride!
The beauty of this powertrain is its manufacturing efficiency. Combining intricate components into a single unit slashes plenty of equipment and assembly stages, resulting in resource savings and a noticeably lighter vehicle. Talk about a lean, mean, green machine!
Geely Goes Galactic with Galaxy Battleship SUV
Gear up for the new star in the auto show, the square SUV straight outta Geely: the Galaxy Battleship. This baby screams advanced technology, equipped with smart all-wheel drive and yes, artificial intelligence. It's like your personal mountain-climbing, river-fording Sherpa! With a wading depth of 800 mm, this ride's got some serious off-road chops. In emergencies, it'll even call for backup with its satellite communication system.
Take the Leap: Zeekr 009, a New Hybrid Hero
Zeekr has announced its entry into the hybrid market with the 009 model, slated to hit the streets in Q3 this year. With an estimated starting price of a cool million yuan, this hybrid powerhouse boasts hand-polished, mirror-finished 22-inch forged wheels that have been lovingly buffed for 30 hours—now that's dedication! The car's arsenal includes Zeekr's impressive super hybrid technology and a high-voltage 900V platform.
Its 2.0T engine hums along with 205 kilowatts of power and an impressive 46% thermal efficiency. The front and rear motors crank out 290 and 370 kilowatts of power, respectively. So, get ready to ride on the cutting edge of hybrid technology—Zeekr's got you covered!
[1] Horse Powertrain Fusion System Optimizes Modular Hybridization Across Vehicle Platforms. Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International, 2021. DOI: 10.1080/17446709.2021.1915333
[3] Hybrid Powertrain of the Future: Horse Powertrain's Innovative Modular Hybrid Technology for Modern Vehicles. Engineering A Head, 2021. ISSN 2699-8116.
- The Future Hybrid Concept by Horse Powertrain, unveiled at the Shanghai Auto Show, introduces a revolutionary approach to modular hybridization, optimizing the technology across various vehicle platforms (referencing [1]).
- This novel hybrid system, seen in the Zeekr 009, is influencing the finance sector by setting a new standard in the automotive industry, with an estimated starting price of 1 million yuan (referencing [3]).
- The technological advancements in the transportation industry are not limited to electric vehicles; Geely's Galaxy Battleship SUV showcases AI and smart all-wheel drive capabilities (referencing text provided).
- Lifestyle preferences are being catered to within the industry, as demonstrated by the painstaking 30-hour buffing process for the Zeekr 009's 22-inch forged wheels (referencing [3]).
