PARIS, May 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Geely Starray EM-i has completed a beyond-compliance, dual-sided serial extreme crash test at France\u2019s Euro NCAP-accredited UTAC headquarters. The vehicle\u2019s exceptional performance directly validated Geely’s leading vehicle safety architecture and its systemic engineering depth.<\/p>\n
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Geely Auto was the sole automaker selected to conduct a live safety demonstration during the “Automotive Safety Tech Globalization & Innovation in the Smart Driving Era” summit, co-hosted by the China Automotive Engineering Research Institute Co., Ltd. (CAERI) and UTAC. As Europe’s first-ever side-impact test combined with a far-side rigid pole intrusion challenge, this test goes far beyond the current Euro NCAP side-impact protocol, compounding the test\u2019s severity to replicate real-world multi-vehicle chain collisions.<\/p>\n
During the test, a moving deformable barrier strikes the side of the vehicle at 60 km\/h, pushing it into a rigid pole positioned on the opposite side, creating a second high-severity impact comparable to a side pole crash. It puts an extreme test on the vehicle\u2019s structural integrity, millisecond-level airbag deployment algorithms, and NEV battery system protection. The results confirmed that the Geely STARRAY EM-i maintained an intact passenger cell after the collision. The restraint systems were deployed with pinpoint precision, the e-CALL emergency rescue system triggered instantly, and the doors unlocked automatically.<\/p>\n
Spanning nearly three decades of automotive manufacturing, Geely Auto has steadfastly adhered to its core philosophy of \u201cConsumer First, Safety First\u201d. Geely Auto has fused full-domain AI technology to enhance its Comprehensive Safety System 2.0. This evolution shifts the focus from traditional \u201cvehicle-centric safety\u201d to an ecosystem-wide perspective encompassing \u201cPeople-Vehicle-Road-Cloud-Satellite\u201d, anchoring four distinct zero-accident mobility visions.<\/p>\n
Through sustained R&D investments, Geely Auto has built deep technological barriers. Propelled by uncompromising quality, Geely Auto has secured top ratings in 80 global authoritative safety assessments, with various models securing prestigious five-star ratings across C-NCAP, Euro NCAP, ANCAP, ASEAN NCAP, and C-IASI. Geely Auto has also opened up critical safety patents to the public, including its one-touch window-breaking technology and underbody battery protection systems, while making its Safety Center resources accessible to industry peers.<\/p>\n
About UTAC<\/strong><\/p>\n UTAC is a leading international group in the fields of digital and sustainable mobility, autonomous and connected vehicles, custom testing, certification, global regulatory compliance, and training. As an official Euro NCAP-accredited laboratory, UTAC operates state-of-the-art testing centers worldwide, providing the global automotive industry with independent, world-class validation and certification services to advance safety and environmental performance.<\/p>\n About CAERI<\/strong><\/p>\n China Automotive Engineering Research Institute Co., Ltd. (CAERI) is a premier, state-level automotive research institution headquartered in Chongqing, China. Established as a leading authority in automotive engineering R&D, testing, inspection, and certification, CAERI provides comprehensive technical support and innovative solutions to the global automotive industry, playing a pivotal role in shaping national safety standards, intelligent connected vehicle technologies, and green mobility ecosystems.<\/p>\n About Geely Auto Group<\/strong><\/p>\n Geely Auto Group is a leading global automotive company headquartered in Hangzhou, China. Part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, Geely Auto Group develops and manufactures passenger vehicles under the Geely, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr brands.<\/p>\n Geely Auto achieved cumulative sales of 3,024,567 units in 2025, exceeding the full-year sales target with a year-on-year growth of 39%. New energy vehicle (NEV) sales reached 1,687,767 units, a year-on-year increase of 90%.<\/p>\n With a strong focus on technology innovation, electrification, and sustainable mobility, Geely Auto Group operates world-class R&D centers and manufacturing facilities across China, Europe, and key international markets. The Group is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and intelligent vehicles enabled by advanced technologies such as hybrid powertrains, full-electric architectures, smart connectivity, and autonomous driving systems.<\/p>\n As a global company, Geely Auto Group continues to expand its international presence through strategic partnerships, localized operations, and industry-leading platforms. Geely strives to create mobility solutions that are greener, smarter, and more accessible, driving forward the future of sustainable transportation.<\/p>\n Company: Geely Automobile Holdings (HangZhou) Co.Ltd<\/p>\n Contact Person: Geely Auto Group, Media Relations, Janet Chen
Email: media@geely.com<\/a>
Website: global.geely.com
Address: Hangzhou, China<\/p>\n
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