Wearnes Automotive will commence the Singapore retail operations and aftersales support in the first quarter of 2026.
The multi-franchise distributorship will also evaluate NIO's battery-swap technology and the NIO House concept (pictured above), which have a potential to further enrich the ownership experience.
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Singapore will be the first market in Southeast Asia to welcome the Firefly lifestyle hatch, NIO’s first right-hand drive model, marking the beginning of a broader portfolio rollout in the coming years.
“While many EV brands have entered markets hoping that things will simply fall into place, NIO’s approach is fundamentally different,” said Mr. Andre Roy, CEO of Wearnes Automotive. “They are methodical, long-term oriented and focused on doing things the right way – from the product to the infrastructure, to the entire ownership journey. With the right-hand drive models now made available, we are pleased to embark on this new chapter as NIO debuts in Singapore.”
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With an emphaiss on design, innovation and sustainable ownership, NIO is distinguished by an industry-leading battery-swapping technology (pictured above) and a holistic approach to building a user-centric ecosystem.
"After a decade of development, NIO is ready to serve a broader global user base." said Mr. William Li, Founder, Chairman and CEO of NIO. "Partnering with industry veterans like Wearnes Automotive, who possess a deep understanding of local markets and extensive channel networks will enable us to introduce smart electric vehicles to new markets more efficiently, making NIO the preferred choice for more consumers. This will ultimately advance our Blue Sky Coming mission and help create a sustainable, better future together."
