In the Chinese city of Ningbo, an electric crossover Zeekr 7X caught fire near a charging station. The incident resulted in no injuries, and firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze, reports infohub.kz.
According to Carnewschina.com, the all-electric Zeekr 7X caught fire while near a charging station. Video shows the vehicle was not plugged into a charger at the time of the incident, so the cause of the fire was initially unclear. "In the video, the car suddenly catches fire with a sound resembling an explosion. Then smoke pours out, with repeated explosive sounds, sparks, and flames bursting from the body. However, the 7X was not fully engulfed in flames," the publication said.
Shortly after, Zeekr issued an official statement. According to the company, a preliminary investigation showed that this Zeekr 7X SUV had been involved in a serious accident and had not undergone inspection or repair at any official service center. The specific cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Zeekr representatives reminded that after an accident, it is necessary to inspect and assess the battery, high-voltage system, and vehicle body. Failure to conduct proper inspection and repair poses a safety risk. Zeekr also recommended checking accident and repair records when buying a used electric vehicle. It is also important to inspect the battery and high-voltage unit to ensure safety.
"Zeekr is very concerned about its reputation, as it previously claimed that its vehicles are not prone to spontaneous combustion without external causes. The company last mentioned this in May 2024, stating that its cumulative deliveries had reached 240,000 units. In the following two years, no such statements were made, but Zeekr still has a reputation as a 'fire-resistant' brand," the publication said.