Automotive Industry News & Contents 2026 [Daily Updates]

Oct 09, 2026

This edition highlights BYD's surging European business with an 80% sales increase in H1 2026, September vehicle sales statistics across Germany, Mexico, and Australia, and a supply chain analysis of BYD's upcoming "ATTO 2 DM-i" PHEV scheduled for its Japan launch.

Updated daily with the latest information for the automotive industry. Coverage (Japanese/English/Chinese) of information directly related to business, including complete vehicles, EVs, automated driving, sales figures, and industry reports.

Table of contents

▶ BYD's European Business: Launching a Series of BEV and PHEV Models

▶ Statistics

▶ Supply chain: BYD's "ATTO 2 DM-i" PHEV set for November launch in Japan

▶ Engine (Cooling System) Supply Chain

▶ News

BYD's European Business: Launching a Series of BEV and PHEV Models

European 2026 H1 sales up by 80% to 178,000 units

Sharp increases in the UK, Italy, and Germany.

European sales up 80% in 2026 H1; PHVs performing well
European versions: Dolphin Surf, ATTO 2 DM-i, Dolphin G DM-i
UK: Sales up 95% even without subsidies
Italy: Mid-size and compact PHV SUVs gaining popularity
Germany: Launching multiple models in quick succession

BYD reports

Statistics

German sales rise 7.7% in September
The market expands on the back of growing demand for electric vehicles. Key models such as Tesla’s Model Y, BYD’s Seal U/Sealion 6, and Mercedes-Benz’s GLC drive this growth by boosting sales figures. Sales increases among Chinese brands like Geely and SAIC are also notable.

1 VW Group 101,240 → 93,840（-7.3%）
2 Stellantis 32,207 → 28,267（-12.2%）
3 BMW Group 22,399 → 23,018（+2.8%）
4 Mercedes-Benz Group 20,779 → 22,659（+9.0%）
- GLC-Class (GLK-Class) 2,854 → 5,026（+76.1%）
5 Renault 11,980 → 13,378（+11.7%）
6 Hyundai Kia Automotive Group 12,746 → 13,127（+3.0%）
7 Tesla 3,404 → 12,552（+268.7%）
- Model Y 2,227 → 8,038（+260.9%）
8 Ford Group 14,434 → 7,837（-45.7%）
9 Toyota Group 9,166 → 6,385（-30.3%）
10 BYD Auto 3,254 → 6,034（+85.4%）
- Seal U/Sealion 6 (Song Plus) 1,745 → 2,028（+16.2%）
11 Geely Holding Group 4,430 → 5,963（+34.6%）
12 Mazda 3,805 → 5,027（+32.1%）
13 SAIC (Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (Group)) 2,734 → 4,206（+53.8%）
14 Nissan 3,475 → 3,240（-6.8%）
15 Leapmotor 910 → 2,652（+191.4%）

Mexico sales rise 7.9% in September
September sales reflect a strong market performance. By OEM, Nissan, Stellantis, Geely, and GM drive market expansion; specific models contributing to the sales growth include the Nissan Versa, Stellantis Ram pickup, Geely Emgrand, and GM Aveo.

1 Nissan 20,984 → 24,273（+15.7%）
- Nissan Versa 7,576 → 7,985（+5.4%）
2 GM Group 15,177 → 16,528（+8.9%）
- Aveo 4,804 → 5,854（+21.9%）
3 VW Group 14,497 → 14,076（-2.9%）
4 Hyundai Kia Automotive Group 13,437 → 13,046（-2.9%）
5 Toyota Group 10,116 → 10,452（+3.3%）
6 Stellantis 6,367 → 8,892（+39.7%）
- Ram P/U 1,661 → 3,574（+115.2%）
7 Mazda 7,430 → 8,539（+14.9%）
8 Geely Holding Group 2,781 → 5,010（+80.2%）
- Emgrand 1,479 → 1,555（+5.1%）
9 Ford Group 4,289 → 4,636（+8.1%）
10 SAIC (Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (Group)) 4,008 → 4,256（+6.2%）

Australian vehicle sales rise 1.8% in September
While top OEMs such as Toyota, Hyundai-Kia, and Ford see year-on-year declines, models such as BYD's Sealion 07, Geely’s E5, and Chery’s Tiggo 7 boost sales and drive market expansion, further elevating the presence of Chinese brands.

1 Toyota Group 19,744 → 18,633（-5.6%）
2 Hyundai Kia Automotive Group 13,998 → 11,056（-21.0%）
3 BYD Auto 5,084 → 8,576（+68.7%）
- Sealion 07 1,887 → 2,687（+42.4%）
4 Ford Group 8,300 → 7,592（-8.5%）
5 Geely Holding Group 1,568 → 7,217（+360.3%）
- Geely E5/EX5/e.MAS 7 (Galaxy E5) 279 → 2,008（+619.7%）
6 Chery Automobile 3,971 → 6,515（+64.1%）
- Tiggo 7 541 → 1,066（+97.0%）
7 Mazda 7,034 → 5,702（-18.9%）
8 Tesla 4,663 → 5,654（+21.3%）
9 Great Wall Motor Company Ltd. (GWM) 4,945 → 5,212（+5.4%）
10 SAIC (Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (Group)) 4,011 → 4,635（+15.6%）

Supply chain: BYD's "ATTO 2 DM-i" PHEV set for November launch in Japan

ATTO 2 DM-i Supply Chain Overview

A plug-in hybrid (PHV) version of the compact crossover SUV "ATTO 2," which is marketed as the "Yuan UP" in China. It measures 4,330 mm in length and has a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. It features the DM-i plug-in hybrid system, with a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine and a front motor with a maximum output of 145 kW. The EV range is 40 km or 90 km (WLTP), depending on the version. It's being sold outside of China. A launch and announcement in Japan are scheduled for
the end of November 2026. For BYD, this will be the second PHV model in the Japanese market, following the "Sealion 6." It will be produced at BYD's three plants in China and its plant in Hungary, among other locations. The powertrain system, including the e-Axle, inverter, drive motor, and BMS, as well as the drive battery is supplied through BYD's vertically integrated supply chain. The vehicle also incorporates components from major suppliers such as Bosch for ABS, NVIDIA for ADAS chips, and Lear for seats.