Geely E5 Gets First Global OTA Update in South Africa

Geely E5 Gets First Global OTA Update in South Africa

Johannesburg, 20 February 2026 – Geely Auto is bringing the future of intelligent mobility to South Africa with its next-generation all-electric SUV, the Geely E5, receiving its first global over-the-air (OTA) update locally. Already rolled out across international markets, this update underscores Geely’s commitment to enhancing everyday user experience, combining smarter connectivity, improved system responsiveness, […]

By Herman Moolman20 February 20264 min read

Johannesburg, 20 February 2026 – Geely Auto is bringing the future of intelligent mobility to South Africa with its next-generation all-electric SUV, the Geely E5, receiving its first global over-the-air (OTA) update locally. Already rolled out across international markets, this update underscores Geely’s commitment to enhancing everyday user experience, combining smarter connectivity, improved system responsiveness, and safety optimizations.

The OTA update delivers three standout features designed to make daily driving more seamless. Android Auto connectivity now supports a wider range of Android systems, allowing for richer in-vehicle integration. Drivers can also customize the low-speed Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS), choosing from three audio profiles to suit personal preference. Meanwhile, the new Drive Setup one-touch activation simplifies adjustments of multiple intelligent driving functions, making adaptive technology more intuitive than ever.

At the heart of the Geely E5 is the GEA platform, now enhanced with the GEEA 3.0 electronic and electrical architecture. By moving to a centralized computing framework with coordinated regional control, the system improves stability, responsiveness, and fully enables continuous whole-vehicle OTA updates. This architecture ensures that the intelligent cockpit and vehicle ecosystem evolve over time, keeping the SUV at the forefront of technology throughout its lifecycle.

Geely e5 gets first global ota update in south africa

The Geely E5’s design and engineering have already earned global recognition. It received the Best Interior Design award at the Turin Automotive Design Awards and is the first model in Geely’s history to achieve five-star safety ratings from both Euro NCAP in Europe and ANCAP in Australia.

Geely emphasizes that every software update is guided by real user feedback from around the world. Looking ahead, the brand continues to prioritize innovation, working hand in hand with users to create smarter, safer, and more sustainable mobility solutions. The Geely E5 is not just an SUV—it’s a living example of how electric vehicles can evolve, adapt, and enhance the way we drive, every day.

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