Chinese cars have entered ‘uncharted territory’ as 2026 Zeekr 7X and Geely EX5 go global, according to Geely boss

Summary: Geely’s Vice President Li Chuanhai states Chinese automakers have entered ‘uncharted territory’ as they transition from challengers to innovators. Geely is leveraging diverse powertrains—petrol, hybrid, EV, and methanol—whilst investing heavily in research and development. The premium Zeekr brand demonstrates success with high average selling prices, positioning Chinese cars beyond low-cost competition.

Brands mentioned: Zeekr, Geely, Volvo, Lotus, Horse Powertrain