Electric vehicles are conducive to saving energy and reducing carbon dioxide emissions, which can effectively reduce dependence on oil resources. China’s electric vehicles have entered the stage of industrialization from the stage of research and development. The rising electric vehicle industry in China is showing vigorous vitality. Below we will take stock of the top ten chinese EV manufacturers, in no particular order. They are all leading chinese EV manufacturers in China, we hope to be helpful to you.
1. BYD
BYD has grown from a battery manufacturer, to a complete vehicle manufacturer, and then to a leading company in sales of new energy vehicle companies. BYD Auto has been deeply researching technology, and has established its own technical advantages by launching blade batteries, DM-i hybrid technology, e3.0 platform, etc. It is also the new energy car company with the highest self-production rate of parts, including car-level chips, which can also be partially self-supplied. In addition to the BYD Dynasty series, the Ocean series is also very popular among consumers. Last year (2022), BYD delivered a total of 1.86 million vehicles, ranking among the world’s new energy sales champions.
Recommended models: BYD Han, BYD Song PLUS, BYD Qin PLUS, BYD Seal
2. ORA
The ORA brand is affiliated to Great Wall Motors and is the first independent new energy vehicle brand among mainstream independent automakers in China. Among Chinese auto companies, Great Wall is the first to take the new energy vehicle business as an independent new energy brand under brand management. ORA owns China’s first electric vehicle exclusive platform – ME platform. From the chassis to the interior and exterior decoration, it combines the advanced technology of the current intelligent network connection. Substantial breakthroughs have been made in terms of space, safety, and efficiency. Euler’s R&D and design teams come from Germany, Austria, the United States, Japan and South Korea. ORA is positioned as a car brand that loves women more, and is committed to establishing the industry’s correct values for female users. In 2022, Euler will deliver a total of 1.06 million vehicles.
Recommended models: ORA Good Cat, ORA Ballet Cat
3. NIO
NIO is the first echelon of new car-making forces, and Tencent is one of Weilai’s shareholders. NIO is famous for its “service”. Through user management, we provide users with the ultimate service, so as to obtain the ultra-high loyalty of users, and make every car owner a “wild spokesperson” of NIO. When the initial development was difficult, the old car owners introduced many new users, which provided great help for NIO to tide over the difficulties. Another major feature of NIO is the battery exchange service, and it is currently the largest battery exchange operation service provider. NIO will deliver more than 120,000 vehicles in 2022.
Recommended models: NIO ES6, NIO EC6, NIO ET7
4. Volkswagen
Volkswagen’s electric vehicle products provide excellent products, high-quality services, and good charging infrastructure, so that new energy vehicles can accelerate the replacement of traditional fuel vehicles. The battery system of the Volkswagen ID. family has a modular layout like “chocolate”. Both internal and external repairs not only allow users to use it with peace of mind for a long time, but also are equipped with a number of safety protection measures. The steel upper shell made by Volkswagen provides stronger protection and longer occupant evacuation time, which is higher than European safety standards. In 2022, Volkswagen will deliver a total of 570,000 vehicles.
Recommended models: Volkswagen ID.6 CROZZ, Volkswagen ID.4 CROZZ, Volkswagen ID.6 X, Volkswagen ID.4 X
5.Xpeng
Xpeng is the first echelon of new car-making forces, and Ali is one of its shareholders. Known for its “technology” in car manufacturing, it focuses on technology research and development, and its automatic driving assistance technology is relatively advanced, and it is still developing flying cars. Its models are equipped with a lot of technological hardware, making technology lovers fall in love at first sight. Unlike Weilai who is obsessed with the battery replacement mode, Xpeng is obsessed with the super fast charging mode. In 2022, Xiaopeng Motors will deliver a total of 120,000 vehicles.
Recommended models: Xpeng P7, Xpeng G9
6. Geely ZEEKR
ZEEKR is a pure electric brand under the independent private car company Geely. Although Geely has already launched geometric cars, ZEEKR is positioned at a higher end, which is the key to Geely’s upward development. The brand’s first model, ZEEKR 001, has an eye-catching appearance, good dynamic performance, and rich configuration, and has been recognized by many consumers. At the end of 2022, ZEEKR will launch a second model, ZEEKR 009MPV, priced at US$72,541-85,702. In 2022, relying on a single model, ZEEKR will deliver about 72,000 vehicles throughout the year.
Recommended model: ZEEKR 001
7. Hongqi
Hongqi is a high-end car brand directly operated by China’s FAW. FAW released the new Hongqi brand strategy, with the brand concept of “Chinese style new noble and refined”. On September 5, 2022, the Hongqi Brand Metaverse Grand Ceremony will be held. Officially released a new new energy design aesthetics, and also announced the brand’s strategy in the field of new energy. In 2022, Hongqi will deliver a total of 310,000 vehicles.
Recommended models: Hongqi E-HS9, Hongqi EQM5
8. GAC AION
AION is a pure electric vehicle brand under the traditional Chinese automaker GAC, and has also launched a unique magazine battery. The sales volume of the brand is good, and the visibility on the road is very high. The brand is mainly in the B-end market in the early stage. At present, AION is also making continuous efforts to launch new models to gain the recognition of C-end consumers. In 2022, AION will deliver a total of 270,000 vehicles.
Recommended models: AION Y, AION V
9. Leapmotor
The second echelon of Leapmotor’s new car-making force. Among the new car-making forces, it is the only car company that insists on global self-research and masters the three core technologies of intelligent power, intelligent network connection, and intelligent driving. Starting in 2021, sales began to climb rapidly, and sales once outstripped “Nio, Xiaopeng, and Ideal”. In 2022, Leapmotor will deliver more than 110,000 vehicles.
Recommended models: Leapmotor C11, Leapmotor T03
10. NETA
The second echelon of new car-making forces. In the early stage, it focused on the B-end market, and now it is fully committed to the C-end market, and has achieved some results. The ability of NETA cars to break through the siege has a lot to do with the main cost performance. In 2022, the cumulative delivery of NETA vehicles will exceed 150,000.
Recommended models: NETA U, NETA V
