Ford and Geely will share the Almussafes plant in Spain
Ford and Geely have agreed to form a joint venture to revitalize the Almussafes factory in Valencia, Spain. This partnership aims to secure the future of the plant by producing a new generation of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting in 2028.
The Ford facility has been operating at reduced capacity, sparking concerns about potential closures among the workforce. Under the new deal, Ford will hold a 66% stake in the joint venture, while Geely will own the remaining 34%. Operations are expected to merge within the first half of 2027.
The production line will feature a mix of vehicles:
▫️ Ford Kuga and the new Ford Bronco Sport
▫️ Two Geely electric models
▫️ One joint multi-energy model designed with Ford’s driving dynamics
Unlike recent collaborations where Geely partnered with Renault or Volkswagen to share platforms, this deal directly integrates Geely into an established Ford production site to prevent its obsolescence.
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Ford and Geely have agreed to form a joint venture to revitalize the Almussafes factory in Valencia, Spain. This partnership aims to secure the future of the plant by producing a new generation of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting in 2028.
The Ford facility has been operating at reduced capacity, sparking concerns about potential closures among the workforce. Under the new deal, Ford will hold a 66% stake in the joint venture, while Geely will own the remaining 34%. Operations are expected to merge within the first half of 2027.
The production line will feature a mix of vehicles:
▫️ Ford Kuga and the new Ford Bronco Sport
▫️ Two Geely electric models
▫️ One joint multi-energy model designed with Ford’s driving dynamics
Unlike recent collaborations where Geely partnered with Renault or Volkswagen to share platforms, this deal directly integrates Geely into an established Ford production site to prevent its obsolescence.
Empty factory space costs more to maintain than a shared production line.
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Geely plans 2027 rollout for 500 Wh/kg solid-state batteries
Chinese automaker Geely is preparing a pilot rollout of a solid-state battery that hits 500 Wh/kg, with real-world validation tests already running on public roads. 🚀
These new cells are designed to double the energy capacity of standard lithium-ion packs currently used in commercial electric vehicles.
Unlike traditional battery packs found in today's cars, which max out at roughly half this energy density, this setup gives vehicles far more power without adding extra weight.
You can look forward to driving cross-country without constant charging stops.
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Chinese automaker Geely is preparing a pilot rollout of a solid-state battery that hits 500 Wh/kg, with real-world validation tests already running on public roads. 🚀
These new cells are designed to double the energy capacity of standard lithium-ion packs currently used in commercial electric vehicles.
Engineers are actively scaling the technology to support driving ranges that cross the 1,000-kilometer mark.
Unlike traditional battery packs found in today's cars, which max out at roughly half this energy density, this setup gives vehicles far more power without adding extra weight.
You can look forward to driving cross-country without constant charging stops.
Twice the energy density redefines what electric cars can do.
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Geely is developing a 1,000-volt charging system
Geely is currently working on a new car platform that runs on 1,000 volts to drastically cut down your wait time at the charging station. This high-voltage setup allows for much faster energy transfer, meaning you can spend less time plugged in and more time on the road.
The company has already put this theory to the test in their labs. They successfully used charging stations with a peak output of 1,500 kW in their latest trials.
To put that speed in perspective, consider that today’s fastest "ultra-fast" public chargers for vehicles like the Tesla or Porsche typically max out between 350 and 400 kW. Pumping 1,500 kW into a battery is like switching from a garden hose to a fire hydrant, allowing for significantly shorter stops than what most electric vehicle owners are used to today.
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Geely is currently working on a new car platform that runs on 1,000 volts to drastically cut down your wait time at the charging station. This high-voltage setup allows for much faster energy transfer, meaning you can spend less time plugged in and more time on the road.
The company has already put this theory to the test in their labs. They successfully used charging stations with a peak output of 1,500 kW in their latest trials.
To put that speed in perspective, consider that today’s fastest "ultra-fast" public chargers for vehicles like the Tesla or Porsche typically max out between 350 and 400 kW. Pumping 1,500 kW into a battery is like switching from a garden hose to a fire hydrant, allowing for significantly shorter stops than what most electric vehicle owners are used to today.
Refueling an EV might soon take as little time as grabbing a cup of coffee.
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Geely starts rolling out ultra-fast charging stations
Last week, Geely began installing its new 2,250 kW charging stations across five Chinese cities, including Shanghai and Hangzhou. These ultra-fast chargers can replenish an electric car battery in under five minutes. ⚡
Back in March, rival BYD introduced its 1,500 kW Flash Charging system, sparking a fierce race for faster charging speeds in China.
The system uses smart cooling to prevent overheating during high-power energy transfers. For drivers, this means recharging your car will soon take about as long as brewing a cup of coffee.
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Last week, Geely began installing its new 2,250 kW charging stations across five Chinese cities, including Shanghai and Hangzhou. These ultra-fast chargers can replenish an electric car battery in under five minutes. ⚡
Back in March, rival BYD introduced its 1,500 kW Flash Charging system, sparking a fierce race for faster charging speeds in China.
The system uses smart cooling to prevent overheating during high-power energy transfers. For drivers, this means recharging your car will soon take about as long as brewing a cup of coffee.
#ev #geely #charging
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