What type of battery does NIO use?

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NIO vehicles use ternary lithium batteries from CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited). Most electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) typically employ ternary lithium batteries. These batteries offer higher energy density and lighter weight, with cathodes made from ternary materials. Some ternary lithium batteries use nickel, cobalt, and manganese for the cathode, while others use nickel, cobalt, and aluminum. Below is an introduction to the NIO brand: 1. Brand History: Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shanghai, NIO was established by Li Bin and a group of internet entrepreneurs, with Li Bin serving as chairman. As a globally oriented startup, NIO has set up R&D, design, production, and business operations in 13 locations worldwide, including San Jose, Munich, London, and Shanghai, attracting top-tier talent in automotive, software, and user experience. 2. Models: In addition to its debut EP9 electric supercar, NIO has launched the 7-seater SUV ES6. Here, 'E' stands for electric, 'S' for SUV, and '6' indicates the performance level. Given the high demand for SUVs in China and the limited options for pure electric SUVs, NIO also introduced the ES8, another pure electric SUV.