A recent fire at one of Zeekr’s second-tier suppliers briefly impacted the supply of parts for the Zeekr 7X SUV. The fire, which occurred at a supplier’s plant, caused a temporary slowdown in production and may have affected deliveries of the popular model.
Fortunately, Zeekr was quick to respond to the situation, with Vice President Zhu Ling stating that the company assisted the supplier in resuming full production. The fire did not result in any injuries, and Zeekr’s own factory in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, is now operating at full capacity.
The impact of the supplier’s fire is expected to be seen in the upcoming weekly EV insurance registration numbers. Zeekr saw a significant decrease in insurance registrations for the week ending October 6, with the Zeekr 7X specifically experiencing a decline in registrations compared to the previous week.
Despite this setback, Zeekr has been experiencing strong demand for the 7X SUV since its launch on September 20. The model quickly garnered over 6,000 locked-in orders within the first 24 hours and delivered more than 5,000 units in the following 10 days. Firm orders for the 7X have surpassed 20,000 units as of October 7, with deliveries expected to exceed 10,000 units in the first full delivery month.
In September, Zeekr delivered a record-breaking 21,333 vehicles, marking the second consecutive month with over 20,000 deliveries. The company aims to deliver 230,000 vehicles by the end of 2024, doubling its 2023 figures.
The fire incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by EV manufacturers in maintaining a steady supply chain. However, Zeekr’s swift response and strong sales performance indicate the company’s resilience and commitment to meeting customer demand.
