https://www.reuters.com/article/us-nio-battery-electric/chinese-ev-maker-nio-launches-battery-leasing-service-eyes-global-market-idUSKCN25G0OE

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio Inc has launched a battery leasing service that will allow drivers to buy an EV without owning the battery pack - one of the most expensive EV components - thereby lowering the starting price of its cars.