AITO Invests in Yianqi: Three Parties Co-Build Ultra-Fast Charging Network

[Infrastructure] AITO has acquired a 33.3% equity stake in Yianqi, the joint ultra-fast charging company established by BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

Strategic Foundation: Tripartite Collaboration Launches 'Alliance-Based' Competition in Premium Ultra-Fast Charging

On April 17, 2026, AITO, the premium brand under Seres Group, officially invested in Yianqi, forming an equal-shareholding partnership (each holding 33.3%) with BMW and Mercedes-Benz. The platform was originally founded by BMW and Mercedes-Benz in October 2024 with a registered capital of RMB 100 million, split 50:50, focusing on high-power liquid-cooled ultra-fast charging and premium charging station operations.

Industry Impact: Cross-Alliance Collaboration Reduces Investment Costs and Accelerates Network Coverage

AITO vehicle owners will enjoy equal charging privileges as those of German premium brands. The three parties will deeply collaborate on station deployment, technical standards, and service experience, driving the large-scale rollout and standardization of China’s premium ultra-fast charging network.