Geely is raising the bar in Electric Vehicle (EV) charging technology, unveiling a new system that utilises artificial intelligence to reduce waiting times drastically.
Geely Smart Charging promises exceptionally high charging speeds, without compromising on two critical factors: safety and long-term battery life. The new technology has delivered particularly impressive results; according to tests carried out on the Group’s models, they managed to charge their batteries from 10 per cent to 70 per cent in just four minutes and 30 seconds. Even more remarkable is that charging from 10 per cent to 97 per cent was completed in eight minutes and 40 seconds.
Behind this performance lies Xingrui PowerMind, an advanced artificial intelligence system developed by Geely in collaboration with StepFun. Its operation is based on the continuous coordination of the car, the battery, the charger, the electricity grid and energy storage systems.
Temperature management is of particular importance. The system predicts temperature changes up to 30 seconds in advance, automatically adjusting the charging power. The aim is to keep the average battery temperature below 55 degrees Celsius and the maximum below 65 degrees.
For more effective thermal management, Geely has developed a five-point liquid-cooling system, which covers the entire charging process, from the charging station and cable right through to the car’s charging port and battery.
At the same time, the company debuted the fifth generation of Geely Smart Charging stations, with a maximum power output of 2,250 kW. The Shendun Golden Battery supports a charging rate of up to 12C, enabling these charging times to be achieved. Geely also places emphasis on battery life. According to the company, a new micro-pulse technology helps to restore the function of lithium ions, increasing the number of charge cycles by up to 20 per cent.
Finally, the new Ultra Short Blade Battery has been launched, featuring an improved design that reduces heat by 10 per cent and supports charging up to 6C. This demonstrates that Geely is not only focusing on increasing power, but is also seeking to combine speed, reliability and greater durability, addressing key concerns of EV drivers.