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NIO to Add 1,000 Battery Swap Stations by 2026
On Feb. 9, William Bin Li, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of NIO, revealed the company's 2026 battery swap expansion roadmap, announcing plans to build 1,000 new power swap stations and scale its energy network across China, reinforcing battery swapping as a core pillar of its long-term EV strategy.
Key highlights ahead:
✅ 1,000 new power swap stations in 2026
✅ "Power Landscape" routes to expand to 100
✅ 5th-gen power swap stations entering large-scale rollout
NIO also confirmed it has completed its 100 millionth battery swap, reaching the milestone in 2,819 days. Over the past 11 years, the company has invested over 18+ billion yuan in EV charging and battery swapping infrastructure and built an innovation portfolio of 2,100+ patents—turning ambition into a scalable energy ecosystem.
BYD expands into Egypt
Recently, BYD officially entered the Egyptian market through a partnership with Mansour Group, marking its latest expansion in the Middle East and Africa.
The Chinese automaker launched three new energy vehicles simultaneously for local consumers, including the compact BYD DOLPHIN SURF, aimed at urban commuters seeking efficiency and affordability; the fully electric BYD SEALION 6 SUV, designed for families and tech-savvy drivers who value performance, comfort, and advanced driver-assistance features; and the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i plug-in hybrid, targeting long-distance travelers who want a balance of electric driving and extended range.
The move into Egypt represents a strategic step in BYD's broader push across the Middle East and Africa. To date, the company has established a presence in 30 countries and regions across the two markets.
First mass-produced Bozhi 4X Robotaxi rolls off line
The first mass-production Bozhi 4X Robotaxi officially rolled off the assembly line on February 9, signaling a new phase for the strategic partnership between Pony.ai, Toyota China, and GAC Toyota. The milestone marks the transition from pilot projects to large-scale manufacturing and commercial deployment.
Built for safety and scale:
✅ Jointly developed production line by Pony.ai & GAC Toyota
✅ Deep integration of TPS (Toyota Production System)
✅ Full-cycle quality control based on Toyota QDR standards
✅ Powered by Pony.ai's Gen-7 autonomous driving system, proven in complex Tier-1 city scenarios.
Looking ahead, the tripartite JV among Pony.ai, Toyota China, and GAC Toyota plans to deploy 1,000+ Bozhi 4X Robotaxis by 2026 across China's top-tier cities—bringing autonomous mobility closer to everyday urban transport.
