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Geely & Zeekr Right Behind BYD with 1,500 kW Charging - CleanTechnica

Geely & Zeekr Right Behind BYD with 1,500 kW Charging - CleanTechnica
Source: cleantechnica
Author: @cleantechnica
Published: 3/11/2026

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The article highlights a significant advancement in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology in China, focusing on Geely and its premium brand Zeekr, which are closely following BYD in deploying ultra-fast 1,500 kW charging capabilities. The 2026 Zeekr 001 model, equipped with Geely’s “Golden Battery” featuring 12C charging capability and a 900V architecture, can charge from 10% to 80% in just seven minutes by drawing up to 1,488 kW of power. This rapid charging is supported by Geely’s proprietary Aegis Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries, which demonstrate strong low-temperature performance and long-term durability, retaining over 90% capacity at -30°C and maintaining 92.1% health after 1,500 full charge cycles. Geely is not only innovating in battery and vehicle technology but also in charging infrastructure, opting to own and operate its own 1,500 kW

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