NIO Energy and Great Wall Motors have formalized a charging service partnership, integrating NIO’s expansive charging network into the Great Wall Motors App. This collaboration, which spans brands like Haval, WEY, ORA, and Tank, aims to streamline access to over one million charging points via the app’s “My Car – Charging Map” interface.
By leveraging NIO Energy’s existing network of 3,133 battery swap stations and 25,467 charging points, the partnership significantly amplifies Great Wall Motors’ charging reach. NIO’s infrastructure already blankets 700 cities and nearly 900 county-level regions, with coverage extending across 9 major north–south and east–west highway corridors. For drivers, this means reduced downtime on long-haul routes and enhanced convenience in urban hubs. How does this reshape competitive dynamics? By pooling resources, both companies mitigate the capital intensity of infrastructure expansion while accelerating market penetration.
This isn’t NIO’s first interoperability play. Prior alliances with automakers like Xiaomi, Sinopec, FAW Hongqi, and Lotus Auto highlight a deliberate strategy to position its charging network as a neutral industry backbone. For Great Wall Motors, integrating third-party infrastructure addresses a critical customer pain point without diverting capital from core R&D or production. The collaboration also signals a broader trend: as EV sales growth slows, automakers are prioritizing ecosystem cohesion to retain buyers.
Meanwhile, NIO’s battery swap stations—a differentiating feature—remain exclusive to its vehicles. This dual approach—shared charging points paired with proprietary swap tech—balances open collaboration with brand-specific innovation. Could this hybrid model become a blueprint for rivals?
For consumers, the partnership translates to tangible gains. Great Wall Motors users gain instant access to a sprawling network, reducing reliance on fragmented third-party apps. Real-time availability updates and seamless payment integration further enhance usability. On the flip side, NIO Energy gains incremental revenue streams from non-NIO drivers, bolstering the financial viability of its infrastructure investments.
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