China has established itself as the global hub of electric vehicle (EV) innovation. From batteries and charging infrastructure to vehicle design and smart mobility technologies, Chinese companies are leading the patent race. The period 2020–2025 highlights an unprecedented surge in EV-related filings, reflecting the country’s ambition to dominate the future of mobility. This list presents the Top 50 Chinese companies headquartered in China with the highest number of EV patents filed between 2020 and 2025.
Key Insights
- Leaders by total EV patents (2020–2025): State Grid Corporation of China, Aulton New Energy, BYD, Huawei, and TAILG dominate the rankings.
- Fast growth standouts (2024 vs 2023, among notable filers): TCL Technology Group Corp (+150%), Sinopec (+111%), Ninebot Technology (+100%), Lvyuan (+90.9%), and Boe Technology (+75.7%).
- Declining momentum: GAC Group, AIMA Technology, Changan Automobile, FAW Group, and Great Wall Motor witnessed noticeable declines in 2024 compared to 2023.
Before diving into the rankings, it’s important to note that these companies represent the backbone of China’s EV ecosystem, combining state-owned giants, private innovators, and fast‑growing startups. Together, they define the technological direction of the global EV industry.
The following ranking highlights the companies that have filed the most EV-related patents between 2020 and 2025, showcasing the leaders driving China’s electric vehicle innovation.
Top 50 Ranking of Chinese EV Patent Holders
| Rank | Company | Published Patents (2020 – 2025) | Published Patents in 2023 | Published Patents in 2024 | YoY Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Grid Corporation Of China | 4113 | 782 | 963 | 23.15 | |
| Aulton New Energy | 1848 | 426 | 554 | 30.05 | |
| BYD | 1493 | 232 | 246 | 6.03 | |
| Huawei | 1454 | 293 | 385 | 31.4 | |
| TAILG | 1298 | 358 | 378 | 5.59 | |
| Dongfeng Motor | 1036 | 145 | 229 | 57.93 | |
| FAW Group | 1006 | 240 | 224 | -6.67 | |
| Chery | 902 | 172 | 130 | -24.42 | |
| Geely | 857 | 165 | 189 | 14.55 | |
| AIMA Technology | 707 | 244 | 138 | -43.44 | |
| Beijing Electric Vehicle | 671 | 49 | 65 | 32.65 | |
| GAC Group | 622 | 181 | 96 | -46.96 | |
| CATL | 594 | 136 | 126 | -7.35 | |
| Dianba Technology | 572 | 124 | 203 | 63.71 | |
| Changan Automobile | 561 | 139 | 80 | -42.45 | |
| Yadea | 532 | 67 | 90 | 34.33 | |
| Boe Technology | 468 | 70 | 123 | 75.71 | |
| Nio | 428 | 56 | 52 | -7.14 | |
| Guangdong Power Grid Co | 385 | 111 | 103 | -7.21 | |
| Great Wall Motor | 333 | 69 | 58 | -15.94 | |
| JAC Group | 295 | 52 | 48 | -7.69 | |
| Gree | 263 | 41 | 36 | -12.2 | |
| Xpeng Motors | 227 | 21 | 29 | 38.1 | |
| Saic Motor | 226 | 47 | 29 | -38.3 | |
| Hozon Auto | 219 | 37 | 29 | -21.62 | |
| China Southern Power Grid Co | 217 | 55 | 62 | 12.73 | |
| Weichai Power Co Ltd | 201 | 31 | 34 | 9.68 | |
| Jetty Automotive | 195 | 59 | 70 | 18.64 | |
| Jiangling Motors Co Ltd | 189 | 41 | 38 | -7.32 | |
| Lvyuan | 187 | 33 | 63 | 90.91 | |
| Sinopec | 169 | 18 | 38 | 111.11 | |
| Saic-Gm-Wuling Automobile Co Ltd | 145 | 23 | 26 | 13.04 | |
| United Automotive Electronic Systems Co Ltd | 143 | 35 | 35 | 0 | |
| Shenzhen Power Supply Bureau Co Ltd | 141 | 29 | 38 | 31.03 | |
| Sunwoda | 136 | 31 | 20 | -35.48 | |
| Dongguan Dyt Electronic Tape Co Ltd | 121 | 34 | 30 | -11.76 | |
| Beiqi Foton Motor Co Ltd | 121 | 24 | 9 | -62.5 | |
| Iat Automobile Technology Co Ltd | 111 | 20 | 14 | -30 | |
| Eve Energy Co Ltd | 106 | 36 | 13 | -63.89 | |
| Ninebot Technology | 105 | 3 | 6 | 100 | |
| Jiangsu Xinri E-Vehicle Co Ltd | 103 | 17 | 11 | -35.29 | |
| Nari Technology Co Ltd | 102 | 16 | 19 | 18.75 | |
| Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Co Ltd | 101 | – | – | – | |
| Guizhou Power Grid Co | 100 | 22 | 38 | 72.73 | |
| Lima Bike Group Co Ltd | 100 | 28 | 18 | -35.71 | |
| Lantu Automotive Technology Co Ltd | 93 | 21 | 27 | 28.57 | |
| Jiangsu Jinpeng Group Co Ltd | 92 | 25 | 7 | -72 | |
| TCL Technology Group Corp | 87 | 10 | 25 | 150 | |
| Sinohytec | 86 | 25 | 10 | -60 | |
| Gotion High tech Co Ltd | 83 | 16 | 14 | -12.5 |