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NIO Capital

Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai

Description

NIO Capital is a fund manager investing in themes reshaping the automotive, new energy and technology sectors.

Investor Profile

NIO Capital has backed more than 19 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 21% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in China, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Automotive, Manufacturing, Electronics.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (42%)
  • Series Unknown (26%)
  • Series A (21%)
  • Series D (5%)
  • Series C (5%)

Country Focus

  • China (74%)
  • United States (26%)

Industry Focus

  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics
  • Autonomous Vehicles
  • Transportation
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Software
  • Sensor
  • Semiconductor
  • Electric Vehicle
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Who does NIO Capital frequently co-invest with?

Shunwei Capital
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 3
NewView Capital
North America, California, United States, Burlingame
Co-Investments: 2
Tencent
Asia, Guangdong, China, Shenzhen
Co-Investments: 3
Temasek Holdings
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 3
BAI capital
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 4
F-Prime Capital
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 3
Acadia Woods Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Cathay Capital Private Equity
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
Eight Roads Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 5
Eastern Bell Capital
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 2

What are some of recent deals done by NIO Capital?

New Core Voyage

Suzhou, Jiangsu, China

New Core Voyage is an integrated circuit chip developer, mainly engaged in integrated circuit chip design and services

SeedAug 21, 2025
Xreal

Beijing, Beijing, China

Xreal is a developer of lightweight and comfortable mixed reality glasses.

Augmented RealityInformation TechnologyVirtual RealityWearables
Series UnknownJan 29, 2024
Amount Raised: $60,000,000
Yichong Wireless

Chengdu, Sichuan, China

Yichong Wireless is a IC design company that focus on R&D & manufacturing of analog and mixed-signal wireless charging chips and solutions.

ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Series UnknownJul 4, 2023
Ruitai Microelectronics

Beijing, Beijing, China

Ruitai Microelectronics is a supplier of high-performance analog and analog-digital hybrid chips for intelligent networked vehicles.

ElectronicsIntelligent SystemsSemiconductor
Series AJun 14, 2023
Amount Raised: $13,959,462
ClearMotion

Billerica, Massachusetts, United States

ClearMotion is a global automotive technology company that commercializes a proactive ride system.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesEnergyManufacturingSoftwareTransportation
Series UnknownMay 23, 2023
Amount Raised: $32,000,000
Qingchun Semiconductor

Baoshan, Shanghai, China

Sichain Semi is a high-tech chip firm focused on the R&D and industrialization of Silicon Carbide semiconductors and its power devices.

ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Series AApr 26, 2023
ClearMotion

Billerica, Massachusetts, United States

ClearMotion is a global automotive technology company that commercializes a proactive ride system.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesEnergyManufacturingSoftwareTransportation
Series UnknownSep 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $39,000,000
MINIEYE

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

MINIEYE develops a vehicle visual sensing system to help drivers better understand the road and make driving safer.

AutomotiveComputer VisionInformation TechnologySensorSoftware
Series DJun 6, 2022
Amount Raised: $120,230,241
Inceptio Technology

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Inceptio Technology is a company that develops autonomous trucks and their logistic networks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesFreight ServiceLogisticsTransportation
Series BFeb 28, 2022
Amount Raised: $188,000,000
Wenext

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Wenext provides expert services for a variety of sectors, including 3D printing, CNC machining, injection moulding, and vacuum casting.

3D PrintingManufacturingService Industry
Series BDec 2, 2021
Amount Raised: $55,000,000