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NIO history under Independent. Origin: China. Status: Active. Founded in 2014, NIO is a leading Chinese premium electric vehicle manufacturer known for its battery-swapping technology, high-performance models, and participation in Formula E racing.

Chronological Storyline (20 Milestones)

Nov 25, 2014 CE

NIO Inc. Founded in Shanghai

William Li and a group of internet entrepreneurs founded NIO (originally NextEV) to participate in the growing electric vehicle market and motorsport. #China #Independent #DualMotor #FormulaE · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO

Nov 1, 2014 CE

NIO Formula E Team Announced

NIO announced its entry into the FIA Formula E Championship, acquiring the Team China Racing franchise to develop high-performance electric powertrains. #China #Independent #DualMotor #FormulaE · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_333_FE_Team

Jun 1, 2015 CE

NIO Formula E Team Wins London ePrix

NIO driver Nelson Piquet Jr. won the 2015 FIA Formula E Drivers' Championship, marking a major early motorsport success for the brand. #China #Independent #DualMotor #FormulaE · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nelson_Piquet_Jr.

Brazilian race driver Nelson Piquet Jr.
Brazilian race driver Nelson Piquet Jr.
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Nov 21, 2016 CE

NIO EP9 Sets Nürburgring EV Record

NIO unveiled the EP9 supercar, which set a lap record for electric vehicles at the Nürburgring Nordschleife with a time of 7:05.12. #China #Independent #DualMotor #LeMans · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_EP9

Nio EP9 on display at Nio's HQ in Shanghai.
Nio EP9 on display at Nio's HQ in Shanghai.
By Jengtingchen - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=66784814
Dec 16, 2017 CE

NIO ES8 Flagship SUV Launch

NIO launched its first production vehicle, the ES8, a premium 7-seat electric SUV featuring a swappable battery system and advanced autonomous driving sensors. #China #Independent #LFPBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_ES8

Nio ES8 @ Suzhou Longhu Shishan Paradise Walk
Nio ES8 @ Suzhou Longhu Shishan Paradise Walk
By S5A-0043 - Own work, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=180375532
Sep 12, 2018 CE

NIO IPO on NYSE

NIO became the first Chinese EV startup to list on the New York Stock Exchange, raising $1 billion to fund its expansion and battery technology development. #China #Independent #LFPBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO

Dec 15, 2018 CE

NIO ES6 Premium SUV Debut

NIO launched the ES6, a 5-seat premium electric SUV offering improved range and performance, becoming the brand's highest-volume seller. #China #Independent #LFPBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_ES6

A Nio ES6 showcar at a gallery in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. Photo taken on 2024/5/25.
A Nio ES6 showcar at a gallery in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. Photo taken on 2024/5/25.
By S5A-0043 - (CHN-Guangdong) Showcar Nio ES6 No-plate 2024-05-25, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=148903198
Dec 28, 2019 CE

NIO Day 2019 and EC6 Reveal

NIO introduced the EC6, a premium electric coupe SUV, during a challenging financial period but showcased continued innovation in battery swapping. #China #Independent #LFPBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_EC6

Nio EC6 II
Nio EC6 II
By JustAnotherCarDesigner - Own work, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=140652564
Apr 29, 2020 CE

Strategic Investment from Hefei

NIO secured a $1 billion strategic investment from a consortium led by the Hefei municipal government, ensuring the company's survival and financial stability. #China #Independent #LFPBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO

Aug 14, 2020 CE

NIO BaaS Battery Swap Launch

NIO launched its Battery as a Service (BaaS) model, allowing users to purchase vehicles without batteries and subscribe to swappable battery packs. #China #Independent #LFPBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO

Jan 9, 2021 CE

NIO ET7 Flagship Sedan Unveiled

NIO unveiled the ET7, its first electric sedan, featuring a 150 kWh solid-state battery option for over 1,000 km range and advanced autonomous driving. #China #Independent #SolidStateBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_ET7

NIO ET7 at Retro Classics 2023
NIO ET7 at Retro Classics 2023
By Alexander Migl - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=128987375
May 6, 2021 CE

NIO ET7 Wins Red Dot Design Award

The NIO ET7 received the Red Dot Design Award for its minimalist and elegant exterior design, highlighting NIO's focus on aesthetics. #China #Independent #SolidStateBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_ET7

Mar 28, 2022 CE

NIO ET5 Mid-Size Sedan Launch

NIO launched the ET5, a mid-size premium electric sedan aimed at competing with the Tesla Model 3, featuring advanced autonomous driving and battery swap. #China #Independent #SolidStateBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_ET5

NIO ET5 in Stuttgart
NIO ET5 in Stuttgart
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May 20, 2022 CE

NIO Listed on Singapore Exchange

NIO completed a secondary listing on the Singapore Exchange (SGX), providing additional financial flexibility and international market access. #China #Independent #SolidStateBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO

Oct 8, 2022 CE

NIO Enters European Markets

NIO expanded its operations to Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Sweden, offering vehicles with battery swap stations and direct sales models. #China #Independent #SolidStateBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO

Jun 15, 2023 CE

NIO ET5T Wagon Introduced

NIO launched the ET5T, a premium electric wagon, becoming the first Chinese EV brand to offer a wagon body style in the premium segment. #China #Independent #SolidStateBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_ET5

Dec 23, 2023 CE

NIO Day 2023 and ET9 Reveal

NIO unveiled the ET9, a flagship executive sedan featuring 900V architecture, steer-by-wire, and advanced suspension for the premium segment. #China #Independent #800VArchitecture #DriveByWire · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_ET9

May 16, 2024 CE

NIO Launches ONVO Sub-brand

NIO launched the ONVO sub-brand with the L60, a family-oriented electric SUV aimed at the mainstream market with a focus on affordability and range. #China #Independent #LFPBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Onvo

The logo of Onvo, Chinese car brand owned by Nio Inc.
The logo of Onvo, Chinese car brand owned by Nio Inc.
By Nio Inc. - https://www.onvo.cn/, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=148396207
Dec 21, 2024 CE

NIO Launches Firefly Sub-brand

NIO introduced the Firefly brand and its first compact EV, designed for city driving and international markets, featuring a unique rear suspension. #China #Independent #LFPBattery #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firefly_(brand)

Mar 27, 2025 CE

NIO ET9 Begins Customer Deliveries

NIO commenced deliveries of the ET9 flagship sedan, introducing 900V high-voltage architecture and steer-by-wire technology to the Chinese market. #China #Independent #800VArchitecture #DriveByWire · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NIO_ET9