NIO Inc. reported remarkable delivery figures for December, with 48,135 vehicles delivered, a significant boost contributing to a total of 326,028 vehicles for the year, marking a 46.9% increase. The company surpassed expectations with its new ES8 model, reaching 40,000 cumulative deliveries just 100 days after launch. Other automakers also showcased strong performances, with Xiaomi EV delivering over 50,000 units and Leapmotor achieving 60,423 cars in December, a 42% year-on-year increase. Despite some challenges, including a 24% decline for Li Auto, NIO and XPeng reported all-time highs in annual deliveries, indicating a promising start for the next year in the electric vehicle market.