Geely's Farizon Xingzhi T9M Methanol-Electric Light Truck Sets Guinness World Record with 1,699 km on a Single Full Charge and Fuel Fill

Geely's Farizon Xingzhi T9M methanol-electric light-duty truck has successfully completed a Guinness World Records challenge, driving non-stop from Hangzhou to the Badaling section of the Great Wall in Beijing—a distance of 1,699.148 kilometers—without any refueling or recharging, setting a new record for "longest distance traveled on a single full tank of methanol and full battery charge by a hybrid light-duty box truck." The vehicle utilizes Geely’s third-generation methanol-electric technology and is equipped with a self-developed 2.0T high-efficiency methanol range extender boasting a thermal efficiency of 46%. It can generate 2 kWh of electricity per liter of methanol and features a 350-liter methanol tank paired with a 2C liquid-cooled Xuanwu battery. The pure electric variants, Farizon Xingzhi T9E/TXE, offer battery capacities ranging from 133 to 220 kWh and support 2C high-rate liquid-cooled ultra-fast charging, enabling the battery state of charge to increase from 30% to 80% in just 15 minutes. The trucks are also equipped with an AI-powered cloud-based risk warning system. Their triple-electric (battery, motor, and electronic control) systems have undergone rigorous testing and come with a warranty of 10 years or 800,000 kilometers. The entire vehicle achieves an IP68 ingress protection rating. Built on Geely’s Yunjie chassis architecture, the Farizon Xingzhi T features a front axle rated for 4 tons and a rear axle for 8 tons. The medium-duty freight version (available with yellow or green license plates) has a gross vehicle weight rating of 11,995 kg, making it suitable for heavy-duty intercity logistics. The product line offers both methanol-electric and pure electric powertrain options, addressing diverse transportation scenarios including urban distribution, mountainous regions, and extreme cold environments. Currently, over 1,000 methanol refueling stations are operational nationwide, with plans to expand this network to 4,000 stations by the end of 2027. Intelligent scheduling systems will further enhance refueling convenience. Methanol fuel benefits from China’s mature domestic production capacity, offering stable supply, minimal price volatility, and excellent performance in low-temperature conditions.