CFAO Mobility launches BYD electric vehicles in Benin On April 24, CFAO Mobility presented electric BYD vehicles in Cotonou, Benin. Multiple sources reported that BYD launched the Yuan Plus SUV (sport utility vehicle), and the compact hatchback Seagull, both battery electric vehicle (BEV) models. BYD has now entered 16 countries and regions in Africa. Based on press release from CFAO Mobility/ multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

pproving auto loans amid concerns over high household debt, slow economic growth, and rising living costs. According to data compiled by Toyota Motor Thailand (TMT), by maker sales in March, Toyota was flat at 21,575 units. Honda was down 3.8% to 7,909 units and Isuzu was down 17.4% to 7,320 units. BYD sales were up 183.0% to 3,204 units, and Mitsubishi sales were down 6.3% to 2,823 units. By body type sales in March, passenger cars were down 5.8...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

BYD Cambodia breaks ground on passenger vehicle assembly plant in Sihanoukville SEZ On April 28, 2025, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for BYD Cambodia Co., Ltd.'s car assembly plant in the Sihanoukville Special Economic Zone. The event was presided over by the Deputy Prime Minister, alongside the Chinese Ambassador to Cambodia and various government and company officials. The company plans to invest approximately USD 32 million in the first ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

BYD to start operations at Camaçari plant in June 2025 On April 29, BYD announced that it will begin production of the Dolphin Mini at its Camaçari plant in Brazil starting June 2025. The news was confirmed by Stella Li, BYD’s global vice president, during a press conference in Shengzhou, China. The Camaçari facility, formerly owned by Ford, will be BYD’s first car assembly plant outside Asia, with an initial capacity of 150,000 vehicles p...

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BYD India launches 2025 Seal electric sedan for INR 4.1 million On April 28, 2025, BYD India launched the 2025 Model Year (MY) of the BYD SEAL, introducing new variants and advanced features. The vehicle is available in three versions: the Seal Dynamic (RWD) with a 61.44 kWh battery priced at INR 4.1 million, the Seal Premium (RWD) with an 82.56 kWh battery priced at INR 4.57 million, and the Seal Performance (AWD) with an 82.56 kWh battery price...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/28

Auto Shanghai 2025: BYD Denza unveils its first concept sports car Denza Z On April 23, Denza, the premium New Energy Vehicle (NEV) brand of BYD, unveiled its first concept sports car, the Denza Z, at the Auto Shanghai 2025. The exterior of the Denza Z adopts the new “Pure Emotion” design concept, enabling a perfect combination of aerodynamics and functional design. The interior design features a racing-style cockpit, carbon fiber sub-dashboa...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/28

BorgWarner adds production line for LFP Batteries at Piracicaba plant in Brazil BorgWarner revealed plans to add a new LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery production line at its Piracicaba plant in São Paulo, Brazil. Currently the company is testing prototypes of LFP batteries developed in collaboration with FinDreams Battery, a BYD subsidiary. Production is expected to start in the second half of 2026, with battery cells imported from China fo...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/26

Auto Shanghai 2025: BYD makes global debut of five new Ocean-series models On April 23, at the Auto Shanghai 2025, BYD made the global debut of five new Ocean-series models, namely, the Ocean-S concept vehicle, the Sealion 06 DM-i SUV, the Sealion 06 EV SUV, the Seal 06 EV sedan, and the Seal 06 DM-i wagon. Adopting on a lively, diversified, and natural design concept, the Ocean-S has an avant-garde style and a slender body. Positioned as a midsi...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/25

Al Amal Group to cease production of BYD cars in Egypt, to produce Forthing cars On April 21, multiple sources reported that the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Amal Group stated that the company will permanently cease production of BYD cars in Egypt by August 2025. The move is due to a shortage of raw materials and the end of the model’s production cycle in China, which halted local manufacturing. He further stated that the company is...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

hinese and foreign enterprises, covering a total exhibition area of over 360,000 square meters and containing 13 indoor exhibition halls that include passenger vehicle exhibition areas, automotive technology and supply chain exhibition areas, and a media area. Chinese automakers: Automakers such as BYD, SAIC Motor, Geely, Chery, Great Wall Motor, BAIC Group, GAC Group, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, and Changan Auto will be present with blockbuster ...

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Chinese brands confirmed to reach Argentina in 2025 On April 16, the Argentine government published the list of automakers approved for the first round of duty-free import quotas for electrified vehicles, with several Chinese brands being confirmed, including BYD, Leapmotor, Enoreve, MG and Lynk&Co. Specifically, Lynk&Co brand has never been announced for the Argentine market, however, it will be represented in the country by the importer “Emot...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

BYD to enter Japan’s light-duty vehicle market According to multiple press releases dated April 22, BYD will develop light-duty vehicles meeting Japan’s requirements for the Japanese market, planning to launch the K-Car light-duty EV as early as the second half of 2026. Light-duty vehicles constitute a vehicle category unique to Japan, where the regulations stipulate a body length of less than 3.4m, a body width of less than 1.48m, and an eng...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

BYD Vietnam launches Sealion 6 PHEV and Sealion 8 BEV Announced on April 19, 2025, BYD has debuted Vietnam’s first DM-i Super Hybrid, the Sealion 6 PHEV, alongside the all-electric luxury SUV, the Sealion 8. The BYD Sealion 6 completed a remarkable 1,732-km real-world range test, traveling from North to South Vietnam, showcasing the efficiency of BYD’s DM-i Super Hybrid technology. The model is available at a special starting price of VND 799...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

Turkiye Government expects new automotive investment in coming months On April 21, multiple sources reported that the Minister of Industry and Technology, Turkiye stated that they will announce new automotive investments this year, following Chinese automotive manufacturers BYD and Chery. By 2030, Turkiye aims to produce 1 million new-generation vehicles annually. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/22

he requests involve large volumes and stressed the importance of strengthening domestic production instead of encouraging imports. Although the association did not specify the sources of the requests, they are believed to come from Chinese automakers preparing to begin production in Brazil, such as BYD. GWM, which is also establishing local operations, clarified it is not involved, as its production will not use CKD or SKD formats. Currently, imp...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/22

Saudi Aramco Technologies Company partners with BYD to develop NEV technologies On April 21, Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil company Aramco announced that its subsidiary Saudi Aramco Technologies Company (SATC) has partnered with BYD to explore working together on new energy vehicle (NEV) technologies. Under the joint development agreement, the two companies aim to develop new technologies that improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. I...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

Samsung Electro-Mechanics wins orders for MLCC from BYD Several South Korean media sources reported that Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co. Ltd. will supply multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) to BYD. The company received final approval from BYD to supply MLCCs. The scale of supply volume is unpublicized, but it is expected to reach several hundred billion KRW. (Based on several releases on April 15, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

Fang Cheng Bao launches Titanium 3 electric SUV On April 16, Fang Cheng Bao, a BYD sub-brand, launched the Titanium 3 hardcore battery electric SUV. The model is available in two RWD and three 4WD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 133,800 to CNY 193,800. With a hardcore yet trendy exterior design, the Titanium 3 presents a strong technological sense. The model contains an ultra-large 151L front trunk and a panoramic sunroof. It measures 4,60...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

ving passenger vehicles, energy-saving light-duty commercial vehicles, energy-saving heavy-duty commercial vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric passenger vehicles, battery electric commercial vehicles, plug-in hybrid commercial vehicles, and fuel cell commercial vehicles of automakers such as SAIC-VW, BYD, FAW Group, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, and GAC Hino. From an MIIT press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

BYD launches Tang L SUV On April 9, BYD launched the Tang L mid-to-large-size SUV. The model is available in three battery electric (EV) and three plug-in hybrid (DM) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 229,800 to CNY 289,800. Adopting the Loong Face exterior design concept, the Tang L measures 5,040mm long, 1,996mm wide, and 1,760mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,950mm. The Tang L EV makes the debut of the Super e-Platform. The RWD variants are ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17