2023 July 10, Hangzhou, China. Geely Holding Group’s electric mobility technology brand ZEEKR confirmed its arrival in Israel, expanding its footprints to provide ultimate customer experiences globally.
ZEEKR has signed an agreement with Union Group, a leading auto distributor in Israel, to set up a sales network in the market. As part of the agreement, GEO Mobility, a unit under Union Group, will start selling ZEEKR cars in Israel by the fourth quarter of 2023. In Israel, ZEEKR will offer ZEEKR 001 shooting-brake and ZEEKR X sport-utility vehicle models. The pre-sale of the two models will start in early October and deliveries to customers in November.
GEO Mobility plans to allocate a dedicated management team to establish immersive experience centers for ZEEKR and an innovative, high-standard service system.
ZEEKR will offer a comprehensive ecosystem to ZEEKR customers, enhancing their ownership experience with easy online purchasing, seamless charging, and over-the-air software updates.
Before reaching the agreement with ZEEKR, GEO Mobility has already officially been selling Geely Auto’s Geometry C in Israel, the top-selling electric model in the important market last year.
Speaking about the partnership, ZEEKR Vice President Mr. Chen Yu, expressed: "The global automobile market is in the process of a monumental transition from traditional thermal energy into the era of new energy mobility. ZEEKR undertakes the historical task of being the industry-leading premium electric brand in the vision of Geely Group. As the global new energy vehicle market continues to grow, we are very optimistic regarding the brand’s expansion into Israel, the prospects of this growing electric vehicle market, and the well-established social-economical environment. The official launch of ZEEKR and collaboration with Union Group in Israel marks a key step in our global expansion. "
Echoing his sentiment, Union Automotive Group CEO Ran Danai shared: "ZEEKR is an epitome of innovation, sophistication, and fascination in today's automotive industry. It is an honor for Union to be selected by ZEEKR as the first global partner to spearhead the launch of their groundbreaking technologies and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of premium electric vehicle mobility. We approach this venture with excitement, respect, and a deep sense of gratitude towards our partners at ZEEKR."