Geely Auto Group, based in Hangzhou, China, is a prominent automobile manufacturer under Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (also the parent company of the Volvo Car Group). The Geely Auto Group oversees renowned brands including Geely Auto, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr; with over 50,000 employees and operations in 12 plants worldwide.
Geely Auto unveils its flagship electric sedan, the Galaxy E8, in collaboration with BOE at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). This model is the first to feature Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) and boasts advanced technologies for an exceptional driving experience. The intelligent cockpit, named Panoramic Smart Cockpit, introduces the world’s leading 45-inch 8K resolution Galactic Screen jointly developed with BOE, offering unparalleled clarity and size. The screen is less than 10mm thick, with a remarkable 98% screen-to-body ratio.
The Galaxy E8 incorporates the Galaxy Panoramic Smart Cockpit, Galaxy N-OS unbounded edition, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 vehicle chip, Flyme Link Connectivity platform, and an in-house developed AI drives model. This combination creates an intelligent and immersive driving experience for users. The vehicle caters to entertainment enthusiasts by supporting highly compatible games like “Asphalt 9” and integrating with various hardware features such as AC, ambient lighting, and an intelligent fragrance system.
Officially launched on January 5, the Galaxy E8 is priced at RMB 175,800 (Just under $25,000), with deliveries commencing simultaneously, the Galaxy E8 is a relatively cheap option for a full electric luxury sedan. Geely Auto are only shipping the Galaxy E8 in China at present, if the Galaxy E8 is released into other markets around the world it is possible that the price will increase due to import taxes and shipping costs. There is also potential that the Geely Galaxy E8 will be used as a platform for other brands in the Geely Auto Group and potentially even other subsidiaries of the Zhejiang Geely Holding Group.
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