NIO Inc. is a China-based manufacturer of smart electric vehicles, designing and producing premium battery-electric SUVs and sedans alongside supporting energy services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, the company integrates in-house development of battery systems, electric drivetrains, software, and autonomous driving technologies, and operates a battery swapping network to complement conventional charging. NIO serves the Chinese market and select overseas regions.
For the chemicals and materials value chain, NIO’s product development relies on advanced battery materials, thermal management fluids, sealants and adhesives, corrosion protection, and high-performance coatings, as well as lightweight polymers and composites used in body-in-white and underbody protection. The company collaborates with materials and coatings suppliers to improve durability, efficiency, and weight reduction across vehicle platforms and energy infrastructure, linking automotive engineering requirements with innovations in surface treatments, polymer systems, and battery-related chemistries.
