Nio launches Firefly brand to take on Mini, Smart, 1st model to be launched in Apr 2025

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The first Firefly model made its global debut and began pre-sales in China at RMB 148,800 yuan ($20,390), the same as the discounted electric Mini Cooper. (Image credit: Nio Firefly) Nio (NYSE: NIO) ...

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