New affordable EVs at the Nov 2024 Bangkok Motor Show

[4myr]

I am in for a new affordable plugin hybrid or EV. I am not satisfied yet with the cars available in the market right now.

Therefore I was following the new announcements and launches in the 4th quarter this year.

 

In Nov-Dec there will be a Bangkok Motor Show again.

 

These are the cars I will be looking forward to:

BYD Atto 3 competitors

1) Geely Galaxy EX5.
On paper in many aspects a better car, and most importantly a safer battery that charges faster and has a higher energy density.
Unfortunately Geely will have their EVs produced in Malaysia [Proton] and the Thai distributor [Thonburi Panich Group] does not have so many dealers across the country.

 

2) GAC Aion V

A longer car than the Aion Y Plus. Curious how the quality level is.
Unfortunately GAC is a small manufacturer compared to Geely or BYD.

 

3) Changan Deepal S05

A smaller brother of the S07. Has not been announced yet that this car will at the show.
Is lik the EX5 a big hit in China at the moment.

 

4) Xpeng Mona M03

It would be a pleasant surprise if Xpeng will show this budget car at the show.
High efficiency, big boot space for a liftback. And excellent software [no 3 after Tesla and Nio].
Don't expect it to be launched in Thailand soon, as Xpeng cannot produce enough for the Chinese market.

 

Bigger SUVs

 

1) BYD Sealion 7.
The EV equivalent of the Sealion 6 PHEV. Will the price be between Sealion 6 and Seal?

 

2) Geely Galaxy L7

The PHEV competitor of the Sealion 6. Unfortunately not confirmed that it will be at the show.

 

3) Neta L [BEV or extended range]
This is a longer version of the Neta X with luxury items like a fridge and massage for the front passenger.

Unfortunately Hozon Auto, the manufacturer sells less cars in China and they are in urgent need of cash injections.

 

4) Leapmotor C10 [Stellantis]

Will be launched in Thailand. Has high ratings in China. Not on my top list.

 

Pickups

 

1) Geely Riddara RD6 [BEV]

Already announced last month. Lower priced compared to BYD Shark in Malaysia.

 

2) BYD Shark PHEV

Will it be announced in Thailand? Much larger and more luxurious pickup than Geely's.

 

 

[JBChiangRai]

36 minutes ago, 4myr said:

BYD Atto 3 competitors

1) Geely Galaxy EX5.
On paper in many aspects a better car, and most importantly a safer battery that charges faster

 

I'm curious, why do you think it's a safer battery?

[4myr]

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The Aegis Short Blade battery developed by Geely has undergone rigorous safety testing, which has demonstrated that it is a safer battery compared to the first generation of the Blade battery.

 

Here are the key points regarding the safety tests and comparisons:

 

Safety Test Results for Aegis Battery

Rigorous Testing: The Aegis battery successfully passed a series of six extreme safety tests, which included:

• Seawater corrosion immersion
• Extreme cold environments
• High-frequency scraping
• 26-ton overweight rolling
• Single-pack side collision
• Fire roasting
• Advanced Puncture Tests: The Aegis battery was subjected to a puncture test involving eight simultaneous 5-mm diameter steel needles, which is significantly more demanding than the standard single-needle puncture test used for automotive battery safety. The Aegis battery showed no adverse effects after this test.
• Bullet Penetration Test: It also passed a test where it was shot with a 5.8 mm infantry rifle bullet without igniting, showcasing its robustness under extreme conditions.
• Thermal Runaway Prevention: The Aegis battery incorporates self-fusing technology that helps prevent short circuits and thermal runaway in case of punctures or extreme shocks.

Comparison with Blade Battery Gen 1
While specific safety test results for the first generation of the Blade battery were not detailed in the search results, the advancements and rigorous testing protocols applied to the Aegis battery suggest it is designed to exceed the safety standards of earlier models.
The Aegis battery's design improvements, such as a high-strength diaphragm and advanced thermal management features, contribute to its enhanced safety profile compared to previous generations.

 

Conclusion
Overall, the safety tests indicate that Geely's Aegis Short Blade battery is indeed positioned as a safer alternative compared to the first-generation Blade battery, with superior performance in extreme conditions and advanced safety features designed to prevent potential hazards.

 

The Geely Aegis battery is also called he Golden battery.

 

Sources:
https://carnewschina.com/2024/06/28/geelys-aegis-short-blade-lfp-battery-full-details-including-extreme-safety/

 

 

Most of my online research is with ChatGPT and perplexity.ai.
And then looking at the sources that these AI tools are providing.

 

Note that BYD is very good in marketing but unfortunately could not find the safety tests that BYD has done with Gen 1 blade battery, except for the famous needle penetration test.

Gen 2 blade battery has also been announced, but here again no detailed safety reports found yet.

 

Other issues that the Gen 1 blade battery has:

 

1) suboptimal cooling, meaning that during charging the capacity can be limited if certain high temps reached. Gen 2 seems to have improved it.

2) plastic cover which can be chewed by rodents nesting on top of the Atto 3 or Dolphin battery.
The cover cannot be ordered as a separate item. Therefore aftermarket solutions like a rat guard to prevent them to build a nest.