It’s finally here – your new Geely EX2. First instinct? Get in and drive. Understandable. Still, a different first step pays off: open the blue manual that comes with the car. It sounds unexciting, but it’s the fastest way to truly understand the car – and to avoid costly beginner mistakes.
An EV is a smartphone on wheels
Coming from a petrol car, it’s easy to underestimate how much of the EX2 runs on software, settings and assistance systems. Much of it doesn’t exist in a classic car. That’s exactly where the manual helps: it explains features you’d otherwise discover after months – or never.
Three things the manual shows you first
- Battery: the right charging technique for a longer lifespan
- Driver assistance: how the systems work – and where their limits are
- Screens & voice commands: set the car up so it fits you
Battery: charge it right, drive further
Battery life depends heavily on how you charge. For daily use, charging to around 80 percent is usually enough; a full 100 percent is better kept for long trips. Deep discharging and constant fast-charging put extra strain on the battery – especially in Thailand’s heat. The exact recommendations for your EX2 are in the manual. Reading up once can save you real money later.
Driver assistance: understand it before you rely on it
Lane-keeping, distance and emergency-braking assists are helpful – but only if you know what they can do and where their limits are. The manual describes which situations the systems handle and when you need to take over yourself. Knowing this in advance is safer than guessing in traffic.
Screens & voice commands: set the car up for you
The EX2 can be personalised extensively – from the display to voice commands. Set up the screens and commands properly once, and you’ll drive more relaxed and tap less on the road. The manual walks you through it step by step.
Bottom line: understand first, then drive
Half an hour with the manual – ideally over a lunch break – and you’ll get more out of your EX2 from day one: safer, more efficient, more relaxed. The best part, driving, will still be waiting.
Frequently asked questions
Do I really need to read the Geely EX2 manual?
It’s not mandatory. But especially when switching to an EV, it explains battery, assistance and software features that are easy to miss. It saves time, hassle and often money.
How do I charge the EX2 battery correctly?
Rule of thumb: charge to about 80 percent for daily use, 100 percent before long trips. Avoid deep discharge and frequent fast-charging. The exact figures for your EX2 are in the manual.
Where do I find the manual?
It comes as a printed book with the car (the blue “GEELY BOOK”) and is usually also available digitally in the vehicle system.
Does driver assistance work in every situation?
No. The systems support you but don’t replace your attention at the wheel. The manual describes their limits – worth knowing before you rely on them.
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General tips, as of June 2026; binding information for your EX2 is in the vehicle manual. Independent, unofficial channel – not affiliated with Geely Auto.
