Cruising with AI

Geely has unveiled its Galaxy Cruiser – a technology-focused and robust SUV prototype – at Shanghai Auto Show. 

The company also launched its in-house developed and made golden short-blade battery at Shanghai Auto Show, and what it says is the world’s largest standalone safety centre 

Its Galaxy Cruiser, pictured, will be powered by “cutting-edge full-domain AI” technology. The SUV can switch between pure electric, hybrid and extended-range modes, adapting to various terrains and driving conditions in real time. 

It has an AI-driven four-wheel-drive system and emphasises safety with five features – no loss of control, no self-ignition, no loss of connectivity, no collisions and no sinking. 

Its “full-power” AI digital chassis allows “unique capabilities such as crab walking, on-the-spot turning and even autonomous drifting”. 

The Galaxy Cruiser also features Geely’s new golden short-blade battery, which uses patented bulletproof materials to prevent deformation, fire or explosion. 

Additionally, the SUV includes advanced satellite connectivity and an industry-first “vehicle-mounted sonar and water radar”. This enables it to float on water for up to two hours at more than 8.5kph.

Geely also announced the establishment of JiYaoTongXing, a new battery industrial group focused on advancing battery safety, energy density and charging speed, while its global safety centre is accessible to the entire automotive industry to promote collaboration and progress in vehicle safety. 

The company says it’s also sharing its patent for a battery pack bottom-impact testing device to support the adoption of critical EV safety standards.