In a bold move that could redefine the electric vehicle landscape, Zeekr, a subsidiary of Chinese automaker Geely, has introduced a groundbreaking in-house designed LFP battery for its latest model, the 007 sedan. Here’s what you need to know:
- Charging Speed: This new battery boasts an incredible 10-80% charge in just 10 minutes. For those on the go, it adds over 300 miles of range in a mere 15 minutes.
- Peak Performance: During a demonstration, the battery hit a peak charging speed of 472kW, showcasing its potential for rapid charging.
- Infrastructure: Zeekr isn’t stopping at the battery; they’re also rolling out V3 fast chargers capable of up to 800kW charging speeds, setting new standards for EV charging stations.
- Battery Capacity: The 007 sedan comes equipped with a 75 kWh battery, balancing efficiency with performance.
- Cold Weather Performance: Impressively, this battery maintains its high-speed charging capabilities even in cold weather, achieving similar charge times at negative 10 degrees Celsius (14 degrees Fahrenheit) in about 30 minutes.
- Market Entry: Zeekr will start delivering the 2025 007 sedan with this advanced battery next week, with prices starting at an accessible $30,000 USD.
This development not only promises to enhance the convenience of EV ownership but also sets a new benchmark in the EV industry for what consumers can expect in terms of charging speed and efficiency. Zeekr’s push into ultra-fast charging could very well be the catalyst needed to accelerate the global adoption of electric vehicles.
