The Chinese giant Geely is preparing to rewrite the rules of the hybrid game, promising efficiency that until recently sounded like science fiction. During his latest strategic briefing, CEO Gan Jiayu dropped a real technological bombshell, revealing the company's ambitions to impose an 800-volt architecture on the entire model range of the Galaxy sub-brand. This architectural change is not just a dry statistic, but the key to an impressive all-electric range of over 200 kilometers before the internal combustion engine even needs to be turned on.
However, the echo of these innovations goes far beyond high-voltage systems. The brand's engineers have set their sights on the “holy grail” of economy, developing classic hybrid power units with a target consumption of just three liters per 100 kilometers. Although skeptics would immediately point out that such optimistic figures often only thrive in the sterile environment of laboratories, the very fact that Geely is setting such a bar is a clear signal of a technological leap that will push the competition to the wall.
Even more curious is the look towards 2026, when the company plans to introduce the next generation of methanol-powered hybrids into mass use. Unlike many manufacturers who are simply experimenting “on paper”, the Chinese are demonstrating a serious intention to build the accompanying infrastructure of charging stations. Methanol is emerging as an extremely attractive card in the deck of alternative fuels - potentially more environmentally friendly and noticeably lighter on the consumer's pocket compared to traditional gasoline.
The technological offensive is also complemented by a serious software upgrade. The patented G-ASD active driver assistance system is undergoing a major update, with the Zeekr 8X crossover having the honor of presenting it first. While details of the new features are still being kept under wraps, expectations are for a level of autonomy and safety that will strengthen the group's leadership position. The battle for the future of mobility will clearly not be just electric, and Geely seems to have the most diverse arsenal on the market.