Temiloluwa O’PetersGeely Automotive has earmarked $54m of funding towards the development of ‘healthy, intelligent vehicles’, as a furthering of the fight against COVID-19. The exclusive partner of Geely Auto in Nigeria, Mikano, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to the company, the development of a ‘healthier car’ differed from specialised medical vehicles as Geely’s products were made for ordinary consumers. It noted that the cars had comprehensive virus protection that could isolate harmful substances in the air and effectively purify cabin air for occupants. “As the most common mode of transportation, consumers spend a considerable amount of time in their cars, akin to a second home.

Source: Punch October 27, 2020 23:02 UTC