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Geely seeks to double Zeekr sales abroad, eyeing Malaysia output

Geely Automobile Group, based in China, plans to start producing electric vehicles at Malaysian partner Proton's factory as early as the first half of 2027. The move aims to capitalize on increased demand driven by an oil crisis, as domestic sales of its premium EV brand Zeekr have slowed.

Electric cars in China

Premium EV brand aims to offset weak China sales with overseas push

A Zeekr 7X SUV on display at a Hong Kong auto show on June 18: Zeekr is considering making the model in Malaysia. (Photo by Gloria Li)

GLORIA LI

June 19, 2026 09:42 JST

HONG KONG -- China's Geely Automobile Group plans to begin making electric vehicles at Malaysian partner Proton's factory as early as the first half of 2027, aiming to tap higher demand brought on by the oil crisis, as momentum slows at home.

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Geely seeks to double Zeekr sales abroad, eyeing Malaysia output

Geely Automobile Group, based in China, plans to start producing electric vehicles at Malaysian partner Proton's factory as early as the first half of 2027. The move aims to capitalize on increased demand driven by an oil crisis, as domestic sales of its premium EV brand Zeekr have slowed.

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