Is NIO ET9 the Future of Autonomous Driving?

NIO’s models feature numerous “industry firsts” and “global leaders,” which will ultimately serve as a reference textbook for the entire industry. Many of NIO’s innovations have also become a driving force for the advancement of Chinese automobile brands.

The NIO ET9 is designed natively for L4 advanced intelligent driving safety. Through its design and technical standards, it showcases the technical prowess of China’s automotive industry. The vehicle establishes its own standards, creating an L4 safety framework for high-end autonomous driving, with the chassis, safety systems, and intelligent driving incorporating multiple redundancy designs to enhance driving safety.

NIO’s independently developed “SkyOS” full-domain vehicle operating system achieves integrated management of six major vehicle domains, improving system compatibility and functional coordination. The self-developed NX9031 chip provides higher computing power and task scheduling capability, enhancing the precision of perception and decision-making.

The ET9 employs a 900V electric drive platform and a self-utilized 1200V SiC silicon carbide power module, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of the electric drive system. Moreover, in the transmission, braking, and steering systems, the ET9 achieves the application of drive-by-wire technology. NIO engineers, through collaborations with industry giants like ZF, have realized technical breakthroughs and propelled the development of the supply chain.

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