Nio Achieves 30 Million Battery Swaps in China

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11 Oct 2023

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Nio Achieves 30 Million Battery Swaps in China

Nio, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has achieved a remarkable milestone by completing 30 million battery swaps for its electric vehicles in China. This achievement follows Nio's replacement of 10 million batteries in just six months, between April and October, after reaching the 20 million mark. The viewers can get fresh information regarding Nio Achieves 30 Million Battery Swaps in China: A Milestone for EVs.

Two Charging Options for Nio Users

Nio offers its users two methods for charging their Electric Cars. The first is the conventional approach that most EV owners use, which involves plugging in the vehicle for recharging. However, Nio provides an innovative alternative: the ability to swiftly swap out a depleted battery with a fully charged one. This process is facilitated by Nio's third-generation switch station and takes just around three minutes to complete.

Overcoming Earlier Skepticism

Notably, Nio's achievement comes in contrast to earlier skepticism about the practicality of battery swapping, notably expressed by Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Nio's accomplishment of 30 million battery swaps in China is attributed to its network of 1,937 exchange stations known as Power Exchange Stations (PSS).

Historical Progress

The journey to this milestone began in May 2018 when the first PSS in Shenzhen went live, marking the inception of Nio's battery-swapping program. Nio celebrated its 10 millionth battery swap in June 2022, four years after the program's launch. The company's 20 million battery swaps milestone was reached nine months later, in April 2023, followed by the latest milestone of 30 million in October, accomplished in just six months. Nio also set a new record on October 5 by swapping over 78,000 batteries in a single day. By the end of the year, Nio Cars 2023 has plans to expand its network to include 2,300 PSS in China.

Global Expansion in Sight

Nio is not limiting its battery-swapping innovation to China alone. The company has also established battery-swapping stations in European markets. By 2025, Nio aims to install over 4,000 such stations worldwide, with approximately 1,000 of them located outside China. This ambitious global expansion plan signifies Nio's commitment to enhancing the convenience and efficiency of EV ownership worldwide.

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