Zeekr, the up-market battery electric vehicle (BEV) brand owned by Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, announced in early February that it plans to roll out its own EV charging network in Israel.
Called Zeekr Power, the new ultra-fast charging network will be compatible with other EV brands on the market, but Zeekr owners will be offered preferential charging rates. The company plans to build an initial eight charging stations in the country, accessible via a dedicated charging app.
Zeekr entered the Israeli market in late 2023 and sold a combined 2,632 Zeekr 001 sedans and Zeekr X SUVs in the country in 2024.
The company said its charging stations can provide the Zeekr 001 with enough charge for an additional 279 km in just 15 minutes, while the Zeekr X’s range can be extended by 252 km in the same time.
Industry data shows total vehicle sales in Israel rose slightly to 271,735 units last year, including 67,171 BEVs, 59,159 hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and 6,036 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).
Toyota was the most popular brand last year with 34,464 sales, followed by Hyundai with 28,381 units and Kia with 25,727 units.
