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Geely EX5 review: Electric SUV is great value for money, and not just a distraction

Geely EX5 launch at Luna Park in Sydney. Source: Geely

The Geely EX5 is great value with so many features included that it begs the question, why would anyone buy a fossil fueled dinosaur instead? It is not perfect, however.

Geely X5 and vehicle-to-grid. Photo: Scott Purnell.

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Australian network engineer tests V2G with his Geely EX5, offers glimpse of the future

An engineer with one of Australia's largest regional networks is trialling V2G at home with his own Geely EX5 - a taste of the future as households put their foot on the energy transition.

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EV News

Geely, XPeng, Jaecoo, Skywell: Some of the little known EV brands charging to Australia

Electric vehicle manufacturers from China are queuing up to launch models in Australia in the next 18 months, fuelled by rising interest and changes to regulations.

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EV News

Chinese carmaker Geely pours £120 million into London electric cab maker

Geely has reportedly poured £120 million (around $A235 million) into the London Electric Vehicle Company, the producer of London’s famous black taxi cabs.

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EV News

First EV from Geely spotted in Australia, to offer new low priced electric option

New low cost EV spotted testing in Melbourne by Geely, likely to arrive in Australia within 12 months.

BYD Seal Mascot View August 2023 Vincent L

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EV News

China versus Tesla: Why Australia is enjoying an electric vehicle price war

Australia is enjoying an EV price war as Chinese brands lead the charge against Tesla, which could be pushed into producing a lower-spec vehicle that competes at the lower end.