【Meeting】

Last year, I accidentally stumbled upon the JiKe 001 release conference on Douyin (TikTok)’s 415 account. I was immediately attracted to its cool hunting style, 22-inch big feet, immersive cockpit and Nappa leather seats, 100-degree large-capacity battery and 712 km of endurance, which is a dream-like configuration. Although I wanted to make a reservation immediately, reason overcame emotion and I dared not blindly subscribe without seeing the actual car.

I waited until the car show in May, but the company was too busy, and I didn’t go to Kunshan to see the actual car until May 31st. To be honest, I regretted it as soon as I saw the actual car, and regretted why I didn’t make a reservation at the 415 release conference. 😅

After the reservation, it was a long wait for the car, but fortunately there were many community activities to accompany us during the period, let’s admire them together.

October 1st, Nantong Kai City – First large-scale event

October 7th, Chicken Dinner Battlefield – Enjoyable and exciting live-action CS

October 23, Leather Card Pack – Give your card key a warm home

November 14th, Movie Lover’s Day – Sweet moments with your beloved one

November 20th, Special Event of JiKe’s Space in Nantong – Officially Open for Business

December 04th, Tea Drinking – Rest and calm one’s mind

December 18, Hat Museum – Great for enhancing one’s knowledge

December 22, an exciting day!205 days and nights of waiting, and I have finally picked up my car, haha… (just a comment on the delivery in Nantong, there was no delivery ceremony and I drove the car directly from the parking lot myself)

【Getting to Know Each Other】

As noon drew nearer, the delivery partner rushed from Suzhou with the invoice and certificate of conformity. I was in a hurry to pick up the car, and due to my inexperience, I had not purchased insurance in advance, so it would not become effective until 4 pm that afternoon…

After buying insurance, I went to the vehicle management office to get a temporary plate. There were still quite a few people, and I had to wait for more than half an hour before it was my turn. I submitted the documents and paid 10 yuan for the temporary license plate, and it was done in 5 minutes.

After getting the temporary plate from the vehicle management office and returning to the delivery center, it was already past 5 o’clock in the evening. The sky was getting dark, and I still had to go back to my hometown to set off firecrackers, so the delivery was simplified, and no photos were taken. I had already figured out the car’s infotainment system from several test drives before, and the delivery partner gave a brief introduction, so I just drove back home. On the way home, I was still very excited. The perfect chassis adjustment made me wonder if this was still the road I often traveled on, as it was not bumpy at all. Of course, I wanted to pair this good mood with my favorite HUD, and the display was very clear, perfectly linked with the navigation system.

From the delivery center to home, I mostly drove in Comfort mode, and switched to Sport mode three times in the middle, even though it was a single-motor, the acceleration was still fast, unlike the dual-motor that I couldn’t control. I think the 6.9-second acceleration of a single motor is just right.

As soon as I got home with the Blue Fat Man, I immediately put a cover on him. After considering several options, I finally chose BOP, which is the best among domestic brands (the imported film is too expensive, and I can’t afford it 🤣). The boss also gave me a sunroof ice shield, interior film, and one-year free car wash, so a big thumbs up

After it was applied, the effect was much brighter than before.

After applying everything, I looked at the dark window tint and felt like the car’s appearance had greatly improved. I picked up the car comparatively early, so on the road, there were basically no other cars like my ultra-cool 001, especially at night. When the stylish taillights came on, observing the high rate of heads turning made me feel very happy.

In the days I got to know the Blue Fat Man, there were too many “first times”.The first crash happened and I was a little depressed. 😒

Looking forward to the first upgrade!🤩

The first accident made my heart bleed. 🩸

The first car wash with pink foam was so beautiful. 🥰

Going through all of this is an experience in getting to know the unique features of Zeekr, accepting its shortcomings, and changing my own habits. I have already driven more than 8000 kilometers, and I am becoming more and more familiar with the car.

Actually, in my eyes, Zeekr 001 is not just a car. Sometimes it’s like a big toy, it playfully accompanies you; sometimes it’s like a trusted friend, it soothes your anxious mood; sometimes it’s like sweet first love, it makes your heart race.

Without realizing it, I have known Zeekr for nearly two years. But how long will we stay together? Don’t ask me for a specific number, my answer is a lifetime!

This article is a translation by ChatGPT of a Chinese report from 42HOW. If you have any questions about it, please email bd@42how.com.