For an intelligent vehicle going global, it is not enough to just “run steadily”; it must also “know the way” and “stay connected.”
In 2025, Zishine’s road test team traveled to Almaty, Kazakhstan, partnering with the Zeekr 7X to conduct a highly targeted field test focused on radio and navigation systems. The goal was to ensure that the vehicle’s “eyes” and “ears” remain sharp even in a foreign land.
01. In-Cabin Fine-Tuning: Capturing Every Wave
On the streets and alleys of Almaty, Zishine’s test engineers conducted a carpet-style inspection of the Zeekr 7X’s entertainment system.
With complex overseas frequency bands and numerous interference sources, we focused on testing the vehicle’s automatic station-seeking logic, RDS information display, and reception quality under weak signal conditions. Whether in the city center or at the edge of a tunnel, engineers recorded data in real-time to ensure users enjoy a clear and stable broadcast experience while driving.
On the streets and alleys of Almaty, Zishine’s test engineers conducted a carpet-style inspection of the Zeekr 7X’s entertainment system.
With complex overseas frequency bands and numerous interference sources, we focused on testing the vehicle’s automatic station-seeking logic, RDS information display, and reception quality under weak signal conditions. Whether in the city center or at the edge of a tunnel, engineers recorded data in real-time to ensure users enjoy a clear and stable broadcast experience while driving.
(Caption: Engineers collecting radio and navigation data in real-time)
02. Deep into the Mountains: Challenging Navigation Signal Blind Spots
To verify the limit performance of the navigation system, our convoy headed to the mountainous areas surrounding Almaty.
With its undulating terrain, this region serves as the ideal testing ground for GPS signal drift and dead reckoning capabilities. We重点 verified the Zeekr 7X’s navigation performance in sections with severe obstruction and signal loss, ensuring that the vehicle can still pinpoint locations accurately via algorithms even without satellite signals, preventing users from getting “lost” in the deep mountains.
To verify the limit performance of the navigation system, our convoy headed to the mountainous areas surrounding Almaty.
With its undulating terrain, this region serves as the ideal testing ground for GPS signal drift and dead reckoning capabilities. We重点 verified the Zeekr 7X’s navigation performance in sections with severe obstruction and signal loss, ensuring that the vehicle can still pinpoint locations accurately via algorithms even without satellite signals, preventing users from getting “lost” in the deep mountains.
(Caption: Satellite signal testing under complex mountainous terrain)
03. Seeking Recharging: Verifying POI Data Accuracy
The true test of a navigation system lies in its ability to precisely locate charging stations.
In this test, we specifically validated navigation Points of Interest (POI) regarding local charging infrastructure. We conducted on-site tests to see if the Zeekr 7X could accurately guide drivers to mainstream local charging stations. We also verified whether the status and location information of charging piles displayed on the map matched reality, aiming to eliminate range anxiety for overseas users.
The true test of a navigation system lies in its ability to precisely locate charging stations.
In this test, we specifically validated navigation Points of Interest (POI) regarding local charging infrastructure. We conducted on-site tests to see if the Zeekr 7X could accurately guide drivers to mainstream local charging stations. We also verified whether the status and location information of charging piles displayed on the map matched reality, aiming to eliminate range anxiety for overseas users.
(Caption: On-site verification of charging station POI map information)
04. Benchmarking Luxury: Creating a First-Class Interactive Experience
To provide users with the highest quality navigation and entertainment experience, we conducted side-by-side comparisons between the Zeekr 7X and luxury brands popular in the local market.
Under identical routes and signal conditions, we compared the rationality of path planning, the timeliness of voice prompts, and the audio quality of the radio between the two vehicles. Through these rigorous benchmarking tests, we are committed to ensuring that the smart cabin experience of Chinese vehicles matches or even surpasses international first-tier standards overseas.
To provide users with the highest quality navigation and entertainment experience, we conducted side-by-side comparisons between the Zeekr 7X and luxury brands popular in the local market.
Under identical routes and signal conditions, we compared the rationality of path planning, the timeliness of voice prompts, and the audio quality of the radio between the two vehicles. Through these rigorous benchmarking tests, we are committed to ensuring that the smart cabin experience of Chinese vehicles matches or even surpasses international first-tier standards overseas.
(Caption: Functional benchmarking against BMW)
From every intersection in the map data to every frequency band of the broadcast signal, Zishine uses professional testing steps to measure the path of quality for Chinese automobiles going global.
In the future, we will continue to deepen our expertise in overseas road testing, providing precise intelligent driving, smart cabin, and adaptability testing services for more OEMs, helping Chinese cars “navigate” the globe!