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Chinese car brand NIO could enter the UK market by October this year according to reports.
The carmaker this week announced it is expanding its European rollout by entering seven additional markets in 2025 and 2026. It is one of a raft of Chinese brands intent on expanding in Europe.
NIO said in the coming weeks, NIO will announce further news for selected European markets.
At the Shanghai Motor Show Nio said the Firefly small car was destined for the UK car market
For Belgium and Luxembourg, NIO works with the Hedin Mobility Group, one of Europe’s largest mobility providers, which now has a significant presence in the UK.
AutoWallis, the leading car trading and mobility service provider in the CEE region, will be the partner for Austria and Hungary (as of 2025) as well as for the Czech Republic, Poland and Romania (by 2026).
“Europe is a core pillar of our global strategy and a region where we see tremendous potential for smart, user-centric mobility.
With these seven new countries, we are entering strategically important markets that are ready for sustainable innovation,” said Thijs Meijling, head of NIO Europe Business.
The initial produce offer will include the NIO EL6, EV SUV, NIO EL8, luxury six-seat SUV, NIO ET5, a mid-size smart electric sedan, NIO ET5 Touring and firefly, compact EV for urban users.
