Audi defeats NIO in court over electric vehicle naming scheme

Audi took Chinese EV maker NIO to court and won over the naming of its electric vehicles. The Munich Regional Court ruled that the name of NIO’s EV models were too similar and could be confused with an electric Audi.
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EV automaker NIO and world leader in battery manufacturing CATL held a signing ceremony in China this week in which the two companies deepen an existing relationship in order to improve EV battery supply chains, advance new EV brands and their respective technology, all while expanding to new markets. Here’s the latest.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s how Nio, Xpeng, and Li Auto EV deliveries compared in 2022

The world’s largest EV market, China, continues gaining momentum as automakers – domestic and foreign – are racing to claim their share in the auto industry’s future. Nio, Xpeng, and Li Auto, three Chinese EV leaders, reported strong delivery numbers in 2022 despite ongoing supply chain disruptions. Here’s a look at how their deliveries compared this past year.
Expand Expanding CloseNio (NIO) lowers Q4 2022 delivery expectations after December supply chain issues

After failing to reach full production capacity in December 2022, Nio (NIO) is lowering its Q4 delivery outlook, citing particular “challenges in deliveries and productions” in addition to ongoing supply chain issues.
Expand Expanding CloseNio unveils ES8 and EC7 coupe SUV, an e-tron rival with market-leading aerodynamics

During Nio day 2022, the Chinese EV marker revealed two flagship SUVs, a refresh of the ES8 and the EC7 coupe SUV, which Nio claims features market-leading aerodynamics, a possible Audi e-tron rival.
Expand Expanding CloseNio (NIO) deliveries reached 31,607 in Q3, but higher costs squeeze margins

Popular Chinese EV maker Nio (NIO) reported its Q3 earnings for 2022, showing solid top-line (revenue) growth with recent price hikes, yet higher costs led to a wider bottom-line loss than many predicted.
Meanwhile, Nio’s deliveries picked up again as the EV maker accelerates its push into the end of the year.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO EV deliveries climbed 174% YOY in October to 10,059 but fell from September

Chinese EV leader NIO (NIO) reported 10,059 deliveries of its electric models in October 2022. Although NIO’s deliveries are up over 174% from October last year, it’s a slight dip from last month. A sign of what’s to come in the Chinese EV market? Or just another speed bump on the way to rapid EV adoption?
Expand Expanding CloseNIO CEO talks US sales, calls out Tesla products, and says he’s a better dancer than Elon Musk

In a recent interview with German media, NIO CEO William Li covered a plethora of topics pertaining to the relatively young Chinese automaker, including its expansion in Europe and its plans for the US, which may now be on hold. Speaking of the US market, Li had some bold (and funny) words to say about Tesla and Elon Musk.
Expand Expanding CloseChina’s NIO to compete in Europe with unnamed ‘smaller, mainstream’ brand of EVs after premium rollout

As three premium EV models from NIO make their way to new markets in Europe, the Chinese automaker has already shared intentions to bring its second brand – still unnamed – overseas following its initial launch in China in 2024. The second NIO brand is expected to be a friendlier-priced, mass-market marque to further compete with other automakers in Europe.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO boosting its EV battery lease business with swap station expansion across Europe

Chinese EV automaker NIO has already rooted its flag in the soil of Europe, yet is still merely getting started with its plans to expand beyond its home turf. The company’s president recently shared that NIO plans to offer battery lease programs and a huge expansion of available swap stations as a strategy to entice more EU customers and gain a larger chunk of the growing EV market overseas.
Expand Expanding CloseNio (NIO) calls rest of year ‘critical period’ for EV maker, as ES7 SUV and ET5 sedan deliver

Nio (NIO) released its Q2 earnings Wednesday morning as the Chinese EV maker enters a critical stage of development. With competition rising and the auto supply chain still in shambles, Nio’s losses are widening as it introduces several new EVs to the market.
Expand Expanding CloseNvidia (NVDA) Q2 earnings fueled by automotive growth, announces new model plans with Nio, Li Auto

Chip-making giant Nvidia (NVDA) released its Q2 earnings report on Wednesday, falling short of Wall St expectations. However, a bright spot in the report was Nvidia’s automotive segment, fueled by rising demand for new energy vehicles.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO is testing swap stations that reduce peak demand by sending energy back to the grid

According to a recent Weibo post, EV automaker NIO is testing its latest generation of battery swap stations in China. Due to record temperature across the country causing energy blackouts, NIO has explained that some of its swap stations already have the technology equipped to act as “virtual power plants” supplying energy back to the local grid during peak hours.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO’s first batch of ET7 sedans departs China ahead of first deliveries in Europe

Chinese automaker NIO has moved one step closer to delivering its long-promised ET7 sedan to markets in Europe, as the first batch of all-electric sedans has set sail from a port in China. NIO documented the loading of the EVs before they begin popping up in markets like Germany, and more. Check it out.
Expand Expanding CloseLatest NIO rumors: First phone to arrive next year plus a third brand targeting $15k EVs

An ever-evolving stream of rumors continues to emerge from China around EV automaker NIO and what it will be delivering next. Following reports earlier this year that NIO would be developing its own phones, we’ve gathered the latest updates, as well as the automaker’s rumored plans for an additional brand aimed at delivering EV’s priced between $15,000-$30,000.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO Power Day 2022: New 500 kW fast chargers coming to China and the EU this year

During NIO’s second annual Power Day event, the Chinese EV automaker spoke of its future of charging and battery technology, unveiling new 500 kW ultra-fast-charging piles in addition to a peek at its third-generation battery swap station. Here’s a quick recap of NIO Power Day 2022.
Expand Expanding CloseThe most expensive electric vehicles on the road in 2022

In 2022, electric vehicle sales continue to boom. Nearly all legacy automakers have set end dates for manufacturing new combustion vehicles and have begun introducing all-electric options into their fleets more and more. This year alone, the world will see over twenty new electric vehicle models ranging from most expensive, to rather affordable. Below is a list of which EVs are or will soon be available, and how expensive they are.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO finally launches its ES7 SUV with 578-mile range and vehicle-to-load capabilities

During an online event broadcast earlier today, Chinese EV automaker NIO delivered a robust presentation of product upgrades, existing model updates, and the official launch of its long anticipated ES7 SUV. The all-new ES7 is now available for pre-order in China and will come loaded with NIO’s latest EV tech.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO reportedly recruiting positions to build a US manufacturing plant

According to a report out of China, EV automaker NIO is hiring a number of positions related to manufacturing vehicles in the US. The recruitment descriptions suggest the Chinese automaker intends to begin planning and erecting EV production facilities on US soil that may begin with either complete knock down (CKD) or semi-knock down (SKD) assembly methods.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO is allowing customers enrolled in battery swaps to opt out and buy their EV batteries

Two years after launching its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model, NIO has amended its program to allow those customers enrolled in battery swaps to opt out and purchase their EV battery. NIO states that its decision is based off feedback from consumers who regret their BaaS enrollment, but explains this group remains relatively small.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO is in talks to license its battery swap stations to other automakers as it expands to Europe and US

NIO is the only electric automaker that has successfully managed to make battery swapping part of its business. It is now reportedly in talks to license its battery swap stations to other automakers as it expands to Europe and the US.
Expand Expanding CloseCEO confirms NIO is developing its own phones, names Apple as a potential rival

Although NIO CEO William Li recently admitted the company is only in the research phase, he has confirmed the Chinese automaker is exploring the production of its own phones. By combining technology with humanity, NIO hopes to provide one holistic system for consumers’ daily lives – much like Apple, who NIO’s CEO sees as a potential rival in the future.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO rolls first batch of ET7 sedans off assembly line ahead of deliveries next week

NIO moves ever-closer to delivering its ET7 luxury sedan. The company announced the first batch of EVs has officially rolled off its assembly line in Hefei, China. ET7 deliveries remain on schedule to arrive to NIO reservation holders in China beginning March 28.
Expand Expanding CloseNIO begins ET7 test drives ahead of deliveries in China beginning March 28

Chinese automaker NIO has officially begun initial test drives for its electric luxury ET7 sedan. Chinese customers had their drive experiences at the NIO House in Hefei, Anhui province, ahead of ET7 deliveries scheduled for the end of this month.
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