Zeekr Unveils Major Innovations at “Tech Spring Festival” CES 2025

[XNmotors News] 

At the start of 2025, Zeekr made waves at the renowned CES (Consumer Electronics Show), often referred to as the “Tech Spring Festival.”

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The company introduced it’s “Four Major Innovations” covering strategy, technology, and product advancements:

 1. Collaboration with Qualcomm to develop future-oriented intelligent cockpits.

 2. Becoming the first OEM to mass-produce self-developed NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor intelligent driving domain controllers.

 3. Launching its global 800V ultra-fast charging ecosystem.

 4. Announcing large-scale deliveries of its first mass-produced native autonomous vehicle, the Zeekr RT, in 2025.

Zeekr also showcased several flagship vehicles, including the Zeekr MIX, the ultra-luxurious four-seater flagship Zeekr 009, and the all-electric sports shooting brake Zeekr 001FR.

Zeekr’s Four International Expansion Strategies

1. Intelligent Cockpit Innovations

Zeekr announced a partnership with Qualcomm to co-develop next-generation intelligent cockpits. Currently, Zeekr vehicles are equipped with the Qualcomm 8295 platform-driven Kr AI model system, offering continuous OTA updates for an optimized user experience.

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Additionally, the company unveiled its Navigation 2.0 system, developed in collaboration with Mapbox, featuring immersive 3D maps, real-time traffic updates, energy-efficient route planning, and intelligent parking recommendations. Navigation 2.0 will roll out in Europe starting January 2025.

2. Breakthrough in Autonomous Driving

Zeekr launched the ADCU MAX, the world’s first OEM self-developed NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor platform. This controller boasts 700 TOPS computational power, low energy consumption (below 150W), and compatibility with various communication and sensor interfaces. It supports up to 14 cameras, five gigabit Ethernet ports, and delivers top-notch intelligent driving capabilities.

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The Zeekr Intelligent Driving 2.0 system employs an end-to-end Plus architecture:

 • Perception End-to-End: Using SCM (Scene Cognitive Model) technology, it recognizes over 1,000 traffic scenarios with more than 120% improved accuracy.

 • Interactive End-to-End: Employs AI to mimic human-like driving behaviors, predicting pedestrian and vehicle actions with 21% greater precision and reducing collision risks by over 28%.

The platform also incorporates a digital foresight network for safer and more adaptive driving, even in unfamiliar environments.

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3. 800V Ultra-Fast Charging Ecosystem

Zeekr’s proprietary 800V technology includes:

 • Full-stack 800V Architecture: A comprehensive system for enhanced power and efficiency.

 • Second-generation 800V Ultra-fast Charging Battery: The “Gold Brick” battery delivers 5.5C charging rates, enabling “5 minutes of charging for 2 hours of highway driving.”

 • 800V Ultra-fast Charging Piles: The third-generation charging piles feature 800kW peak power, the highest globally for passenger EV platforms.

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Zeekr plans to build 1,000 self-operated charging stations in global markets, including Thailand, Singapore, Mexico, the UAE, Hong Kong, Australia, Brazil, and Malaysia, by 2025.

4. Global Deployment of Autonomous Vehicles

In collaboration with Waymo, Zeekr announced the Zeekr RT, the world’s first mass-produced native autonomous vehicle. Based on the H-M Architecture, this model ensures high safety standards, compatibility with various intelligent driving systems, and reduced operational costs. Mass delivery is slated for 2025.

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Showcase of Iconic Vehicles

At CES 2025, Zeekr displayed its innovation and luxury across two exhibition spaces:

 1. Zeekr MIX: A home-use vehicle with an industry-leading 93% interior space efficiency. It features groundbreaking designs like dual hidden B-pillars, ultra-flat floors, and modular seat configurations.

 2. Zeekr 009: Dubbed the “Rolls-Royce of MPVs,” this ultra-luxurious four-seater offers mother-and-infant-grade safety, a 43-inch smart screen, and the largest capacity intelligent refrigerator.

 3. Zeekr 001FR: A pure-electric sports shooting brake boasting a four-motor distributed drive, top-tier safety, and F1-level driving performance.

Image Source: CES | ZEEKR Official 

Image Source: CES | ZEEKR Official 

Meanwhile, the Zeekr RT was showcased at Waymo’s booth, emphasizing the brand’s strides in autonomous vehicle innovation.

Zeekr’s CES 2025 presence solidifies its position as a leader in intelligent mobility, merging luxury, innovation, and sustainable technology for a global audience.

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