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Zeekr electric cars coming to Philippines via Autohub Group

Published Mar 16, 2024 08:54 am
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The Zeekr 001 fully-electric sedan

Zeekr electric vehicles will soon be coming to the Philippines through the Autohub Group. Zeekr is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer under Geely Holdings Group which produces state-of-the-art electric sedans and SUVs, that are designed to deliver performance, advanced technology, and a unique driving experience.

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The Zeekr X electric compact SUV 

Under the agreement, the Autohub Group will be the exclusive distributor of Zeekr electric vehicles in the Philippines. The partnership marks a significant milestone in the expansion of Zeekr in the Southeast Asian market.

Zeekr’s initial electric vehicle lineup will be composed of the Zeekr 001 (midsize sedan) in Standard and Flagship trims, and the Zeekr X (subcompact SUV) in Premium and Flagship trims. Autohub Group mentioned the Zeekr 009 electric van will be available by the third quarter of this year. The flagship showroom for Zeekr will be located in BGC.

By partnering with the Autohub Group, Zeekr aims to accelerate the transition toward electric mobility in the Philippines and contribute to the country's efforts in reducing carbon footprint and promoting environmental conservation.

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From left: Autohub Group President, Willy Tee Ten and Zeekr VP, Chen Yu.

"We are thrilled to enter into this partnership with the Autohub Group," said Chen Yu, Vice President at Zeekr. "The Philippines represents a key market for Zeekr, and we believe that the Autohub Group's strong market presence and commitment to sustainability make them the perfect partner to help us bring our innovative products to Filipino customers."

"We are excited about the opportunities that this distributorship agreement brings," states Willy Tee Ten, President of the Autohub Group. "Zeekr’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle technology aligns perfectly with our mission to provide forward-thinking and sustainable mobility solutions to the Filipino market. Together, we are poised to make a significant impact on the automotive landscape in the Philippines."

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The Zeekr 001

The official signing of the distributorship agreement is a strategic move for both Zeekr and Autohub Group. It also coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Autohub Group, marking a sustainable turn and a momentous occasion for both companies as they work together to shape the future of transportation and the automotive industry in the Philippines.

Autohub already operates dealers of brands like Ford, Mitsubishi, Suzuki and many more. They are also the distributor of brands like Mini, Rolls-Royce, Lotus, Shelby and even Pagani.

For more information about Zeekr and Autohub Group, please visit http://www.zeekr.ph/

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