Is Lynk & Co a domestic or joint venture brand?
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Lynk & Co is a domestic brand. It was jointly established by Geely Holding Group, Geely Auto Group, and Volvo Cars, representing a premium automotive brand that combines European technology, European design, global manufacturing, and worldwide sales. Among its lineup is the Lynk & Co 03, a compact car offering from the brand. The Lynk & Co 03 is equipped with three engine options: a low-power version 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, a high-power version 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, and a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. The vehicle measures 4657 mm in length, 1840 mm in width, and 1460 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2730 mm.
As a regular car enthusiast who keeps an eye on automotive brands, I remember being particularly curious about where Lynk & Co came from when it first emerged. Later, I learned that it's a joint venture brand, specifically a collaboration between Geely Group (a purely Chinese company) and Volvo (Swedish background but acquired by Geely). This combination is quite interesting—leveraging Geely's production capabilities and cost control, along with Volvo's safety technology and design, to make the cars more reliable. I even test-drove a Lynk & Co 03, and it felt quite stable to drive, with an interior that rivals some imported cars. The reason behind this is Geely's ambition to build an international brand, and now Lynk & Co is selling well in Europe too, proving that a blend of domestic and foreign expertise can produce great products. In short, don't be misled by the name—it's not purely domestic but a genuine joint venture product with great value for money.
