Nio Energy Company, the charging network subsidiary of Chinese battery electric vehicle (BEV) manufacturer Nio Inc, has signed a partnership agreement allowing Great Wall Motor’s (GWM) customers to access its charging network across China.
The deal allows owners of plug-in models sold under GWM’s Haval, Wey, Ora and Tank brands to locate and use Nio’s extensive network of charging stations using the GWM app, significantly improving customer convenience. Nio currently has around 3,120 charging and battery swapping stations and 25,500 charging piles across China.
GWM joins a growing list of partners accessing Nio’s charging and battery swapping networks, including Changan Automobile, Geely, BAIC’s Arcfox, JAC Group and Chery Automobile, as well as battery maker CATL.
Nio Power said it offers a fully digitalized charging process, providing real-time information on available charging station locations, pricing and user reviews, allowing customers to make quick and informed charging decisions.
GWM sold 1.23 million vehicles globally last year, including a 23% rise in plug-in sales to 322,000 units, while Nio’s battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales increased by 39% to 222,000 units.
