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The Nio Firefly EV achieved a five-star rating in the latest Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program) crash test. The five-door hatchback achieved a 96 percent safety compliance rating for occupant protection in the latest 2025 Euro NCAP test -- the highest among all models evaluated.  For child safety , the Firefly EV scored 87 percent . It also earned 82 percent for pedestrian protection and 86 percent for safety assist systems, demonstrating exceptionally high overall safety performance.  In late July , the Firefly EV achieved all G or higher G+ ratings across four categories in China's latest C-IASI (China Insurance Automotive Safety Index) evaluation, becoming the safest compact car in the assessment.  The Firefly received the highest “G+” (Good+) rating for Occupant Safety Index, Pedestrian Safety Index (Outside the Vehicle), and Vehicle Auxiliary Safety Index. Its “Crashworthiness & Maintenance Economy Index” also achieved a “Good” (G) rating.  ...

At the media event following the pre-sale start of the third-generation Nio ES8 , William Li explained where the company saved the cost to be able to offer such aggressive pricing for its flagship SUV. Li also admitted that survival is the most important thing for the company at present  On August 21, Nio unveiled the all-new ES8. T he ES8 is Nio’s first mass-produced car , launched in 2018. It released its third generation, which starts pre-sale at 416,800 yuan ($58,050) for the 100 kWh battery version, which is 25% lower than the 518,000 yuan ($72,140) starting price of the previous generation ES8. The BaaS price (car without battery) is 308,800 yuan ($43,000). The new ES8 will launch in late September at Nio Day. The following day, Nio officially held a small-scale media group interview in Chengdu. William Li, Ceo of Nio, and Qin Lihong, President of Nio, attended the session. Representing the brand’s executive team, they responded to questions of high interest, such as t...

Nio unveiled the third-generation ES8 at an event held today in Chengdu, Sichuan, and highlighted its product and technological features. Presale prices start at 416,800 yuan ($58,050)  The third-generation ES8 has been upgraded in size and positioning compared with the previous generation, moving from the mid-to-large SUV segment to the large SUV category . Nio unveiled the all-new ES8 in China at an event held today in Chengdu, Sichuan, and highlighted its product and technological features. The large SUV has begun pre-sales, with official launch and deliveries set to begin at Nio Day 2025 in late September. Its dimensions are 5,280 mm in length , 2,010 mm in width (excluding mirrors), and 1,800 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,130 mm. This represents increases of 181 mm, 21 mm, 50 mm, and 60 mm, respectively. Both six-seat (2+2+2) and seven-seat (2+3+2) layouts are available.  The third-generation ES8 adopts a new design language , with a front face that differs sig...

The Firefly EV hatchback from Nio will start deliveries in Norway and the Netherlands in 10 days. Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, Poland, and Romania will follow shortly after Nio premium small electric vehicle (EV) brand Firefly will begin its first deliveries in Europe in 10 days, with overseas markets expected to start contributing meaningful sales to the company. On August 14, Firefly will begin deliveries in Norway and the Netherlands, Nio announced today. The Chinese EV maker mentioned the plan while sharing details about the 10th anniversary of its global design center in Munich . Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, Poland, and Romania will follow shortly after.  The Firefly EV is a small car aimed at urban mobility with a 42.1 kWh battery and a 141 hp e-motor . Over the past decade, Nio has entered five markets -- Norway, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Denmark -- to build a user experience encompassing products, se...

The Chinese EV maker will develop and supply power batteries for McLaren's hybrid models , according to a report by China media. The battery pack will be based on Nio's in-house developed 4680 large cylindrical battery cells, with small-scale production expected to begin next year , the report said  Nio is reportedly set to supply batteries to British supercar brand McLaren, reigniting its efforts in battery research and manufacturing . The Chinese electric vehicle maker will develop and supply power batteries for McLaren's hybrid models, according to a report by China media. The battery pack will be based on Nio's in-house developed 4680 large cylindrical battery cells , with small-scale production expected to begin next year, the report said.  The collaboration is primarily due to the two companies' common investor , the Abu Dhabi government fund CYVN Holdings . CYVN completed two investments totaling $3.3 billion in Nio in 2023, becoming the Chinese EV maker...

This is the only case in the world where SBW technology has been certified in both China and Europe . The ET9 was officially launched on Nio Day 2024 on December 21, 2024, with a starting price of 788,000 yuan ($109,560) including the battery pack. Deliveries in China began on March 29  The steer-by-wire (SBW) technology on Nio's ET9 has received certification in Europe, after deliveries of the executive sedan began in China. The ET9's SBW system has received the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) E-Mark certification , the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker announced on May,13. The certification was done by a third-party automotive technical service organization, Applus IDIADA of Spain , and this represents the first time IDIADA has certified a vehicle equipped with steer-by-wire technology in Europe. As the first vehicle in the Chinese market to feature steer-by-wire technology , the Nio ET9’s system reliability has now received dual validation from regu...

The EV maker mark a milestone in the city where it has its global headquarters. In Shanghai's car market with prices above 300,000 yuan ($41,140), Nio has become the first Chinese brand to reach the 100,000th unit delivery milestone  William Li , Nio's founder, chairman and CEO , announced that the company has reached its 100,000th car delivered in Shanghai, marking a milestone for the electric vehicle (EV) maker in the city where it has its global headquarters . This comes seven years after the delivery of the first Nio ES8 in Shanghai in 2018.  In Shanghai's car market with prices above 300,000 yuan ($41,140), Nio has become the first Chinese brand to reach the 100,000th unit delivery milestone . Since 2024, for every two pure electric vehicles sold in Shanghai priced above 300,000 yuan, there is Nio vehicle, the company said. There are already 10 Nio car clubs and over 500 user communities in Shanghai. Nio is headquartered in Jiading district , northwest of Shang...

Two months after initial details of the Firefly were revealed, the Nio-backed company has released new images and details of its upcoming EV that is scheduled to go on sale in China in April and expected to enter the European market in Q2 2025 Nio opened pre-sales for the upcoming Firefly EV during Nio Day on 21 December 2024 , with an estimated price of 148,800 yuan ($20,460) . Customers in China can place a booking with a 199 yuan ($24) deposit. Roughly two months after initial details of the Firefly were revealed, the Nio-backed company has released real-world photos and more details of its upcoming EV that is scheduled to go on sale in China in April.  In these newly released photos, the Firefly gets a cluster of three circular lights on each corner of the car, creating a distinctive visual identity. Moreover, both the headlights and tail lights feature a black trim piece that interconnects the lights for a unified look. Other design elements include a subtle kink in the...

A new regulatory filing published by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has revealed information about the battery pack and range of the first model of Nio's sub-brand Firefly: is powered by a battery pack with a capacity of 42.1 kWh and has a CLTC range of 420 kilometers  A new regulatory filing published by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has revealed information about the battery pack and range of the first model of Nio's sub-brand Firefly, after another filing a month ago revealed some core specs. Firefly's first model , with vehicle model number NAL7000BSEVY1, is a battery electric vehicle (BEV) that supports battery swap. The model is powered by a battery pack with a capacity of 42.1 kWh and has a CLTC range of 420 kilometers.  It weighs 1,492 kilograms , of which the power battery pack weighs 314 kilograms . This means that the Firefly model consumes about 10 kWh of electricity per 100 kilometers ...

On January 10, the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT ) exposed the core specs of the Firefly EV as it applied for the sales license. The model measures 4,003 mm in length , it weighs 1,492 kilograms, is powered by a single electric motor with a peak power of 105 kW and is set to be officially launched in April  Nio has made a regulatory filing for the first model of its sub-brand Firefly, which is expected to go on sale in April . On January 10, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released its latest catalog of models that will be allowed to be sold for public comment, and Firefly's first model is included. Firefly EV was released at the Nio Day 2024 on December 21, 2024 . The car started presales with a price tag of 148,800 yuan ($ 20,300) . The model measures 4,003 mm in length, 1,781 mm in width and 1,557 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,615 mm . For clarity, the Firefly EV is 287 mm shorter than the BYD Dolphin...

Nio unveiled on December 21 in China, during Nio Day, the first EV under the new Firefly brand. The compact electric hatchback is named Firefly, as is the brand itself. Preorders have started in China at 148,800 yuan ($ 20,390). Firefly to enter European market in first half of 2025, Nio's Ceo William Li said  Nio unveiled on December 21 in China, during Nio Day , the first EV under the new Firefly brand. The compact electric hatchback is named Firefly, as is the brand itself. Firefly is a compact hatchback initially intended for European launch. However, after disappointing Nio brand sales on the Old Continent and incurring additional tariffs, the company decided to launch it first in China . EV’s main exterior design feature is a trio of circle lights with a black hatched grille. It has a short hood and a wide C pillar that seamlessly transitions into a roof. The EV’s turning radius is 4.7 meters , which is suitable for narrow European streets , according to Nio. Despite...

Firefly's first model will be launched in China in the first half of 2025 , with a launch in Europe likely a quarter later , Daniel Jin, president of the Nio sub-brand, said in an interview with local media. The recently launched Renault 5 and the future Volkswagen ID.2 could be the Firefly's main competitors , he said  Nio will officially launch the Firefly brand at the Nio Day 2024 event on December 21 , when the sub-brand's first model -- with the same name as the brand -- will also be unveiled. Firefly's first model will be launched in China in the first half of 2025, with a launch in Europe likely a quarter later, Daniel Jin , president of the Nio sub-brand , said in an interview with local media outlet 36kr , according to the text of the interview released today.  From day one, Firefly is positioned globally with a focus on Europe and China, and then a balance of other markets, Jin said in the interview, adding that a small car is the most universal globally. ...

Nio has unveiled for the first time logo of third brand Firefly, with the sub-brand set to be officially launched at the Nio Day 2024 on December 21 . The Firefly's logo, designed in the "Y" shape, is i nspired by the characteristics of fireflies : "small, agile, full of energy, and vibrant."  On December 18, Nio released the official logo of its third brand , Firefly, The Firefly's logo, designed in the "Y" shape, is inspired by the characteristics of fireflies : "small, agile, full of energy, and vibrant" According to the official description, the logo depicts a glowing firefly in flight , with the upper part resembling the firefly's wings, symbolizing freedom, and the lower part representing its flashing light, symbolizing inner strength. Nio's Chairman, William Bin Li , commented on the new brand, saying, "The essence of firefly is to shine freely . The brand offers a flexible and dynamic travel experience, with thoug...

The tech executive flagship Nio ET9 will be officially launched on December 21, at Nio Day 2024 in Guangzhou. ET9 will be the first mass-produced vehicle in China to feature steer-by-wire (SBW) technology. Nio ET9 will compete with Mercedes-Maybach in China  Chinese EV automaker Nio has unveiled the latest official images of the ET9 with a blue exterior. “The tech executive flagship Nio ET9 will be officially launched on December 21, Nio Day 2024,” the company said. Nio Day 2024 will be held this Saturday in Guangzhou , Guangdong province, where the focus will be on the Firefly sub-brand and its first model, as well as the official launch of the ET9. The Nio ET9 was unveiled a year ago at Nio Day 2023, with a pre-sale price of 800,000 yuan ($109,810), Nio's highest priced. Deliveries of the model is set to begin in the first quarter of 2025 .  The ET9 is packed with a number of the latest technologies and will be the first to carry Nio's own 5 nm process-based Shen...

On December 13th , Nio officially announced that its battery swap services have surpassed 60 million swaps. Nio previously hit 50 million swaps in August   On December 13th, Nio officially announced that its battery swap services have surpassed 60 million swaps. The swap stations average an approximate 80,000 swaps per day since the beginning of December. This means a car undergoes a battery swap at a Nio swap station every 1.08 seconds. Nio previously hit 50 million swaps in August and it has taken the company only 5 months to add an additional 10 million battery swaps. As of December 13, Nio has deployed 2,785 battery swap stations across the country, including 909 highway battery swap stations, 4,168 charging stations, 24,520 charging piles, and 1,167,000 third-party charging piles. It is the domestic automobile brand with the largest number of battery swap stations and charging piles. The company previously hit 2,500 swap stations operational worldwide in July, with 59...