economymono_bz65a7Shanghai, April 25, 2025 – Geely Riddara, the NEV pickup brand of Geely Auto Group, unveiled its next-generation hybrid pickup – the RD6 PHEV at Auto Shanghai 2025. This milestone establishes Riddara as the only pickup brand commanding both pure-electric and hybrid technology portfolios in China.
As the world’s first hybrid pickup equipped with the Geely’s Thor plug-in hybrid system, the RD6 PHEV redefines the standard of pickup technology. The Geely’s Thor plug-in hybrid system features an industry-first 3DHT Hybrid Architecture, the only multi-mode drivetrain solution in its class, and has earned China’s first S-level certification for hybrid system reliability. Rigorously validated under extreme conditions, the system underwent over 1,000 powertrain bench tests, 400,000 hours of testing, and 40 million kilometers of endurance trials. Empowered by this system, the RD6 PHEV achieves a thermal efficiency of 44.26%, accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, and reduces energy consumption by 21% compared to diesel-powered vehicles. By redefining industry standards for power, efficiency, and safety, RD6 PHEV delivers an optimal solution for users in demanding scenarios – including fieldwork, long-distance travel, and extreme cold environments.
Backed by Geely’s Thor plug-in hybrid system as its core technology, Geely Riddara has officially launched its “Super Hybrid + Full-Scenario Ecosystem” strategy, driven by the collaborative innovation of the Omnipower Stack and AeroNex IoT Platform. AeroNex IoT Platform, the industry’s first drone-integrated IoT system, transforms vehicles into mobile intelligent hubs through deep integration of “vehicle-network-device-cloud” technologies, empowering low-altitude economic applications. Meanwhile, the Omnipower Stack pioneers a closed-loop “charging-storage-discharging” design, enabling pickups to serve as mobile energy stations for extended outdoor operations and camping, breaking the functional limitations of ICE pickups.
Geely Riddara has been targeting global market since its establishment, committed to becoming the No.1 new energy pickup brand in the entered markets. The RD6 PHEV will play a pivotal role in overseas market penetration, stated Ling Shiquan, CEO of Geely Riddara. PHEV technology adapts seamlessly to regional infrastructure conditions, easing range anxiety in emerging markets such as West Asia, Africa, and South America, with underdeveloped charging networks. During the Auto Shanghai 2025, nearly 100 overseas distributors gathered, with Geely Riddara signing strategic agreements with partners across Asia-Pacific and South America, further stretching its global layout. To date, Riddara dominates Thailand’s new energy pickup sector, holding the highest market share and winning the “Best Pickup EV” award at the Car of the Year 2025.
The debut of the RD6 PHEV not only underscores “technology-driven, scenario-defined” dual-strategy of Geely Riddara, but also leverages hybrid innovation and intelligent platforms to establish a new global benchmark for the new energy pickup industry. Relying on the strategic layout and globalization developments, Geely Riddara is reshaping the value chain of new energy pickup trucks with scenario-driven approach.
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