ect high-powered, fossil-fueled, or gasoline-hybrid vehicles that do not meet structural performance, energy efficiency, or recyclability targets. Reductions apply to electric or ethanol-hybrid vehicles under 85kW that meet the program’s standards. Chinese-imported gasoline-hybrid models like the BYD Song Pro and GWM Haval 6 will face higher IPI rates. (AutoIndústria on July 11, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

Tigard Motor to introduce BYD Song Plus in Iran On July 5, multiple sources reported that Tigard Motor has received a type approval certificate from the Iranian Standards Organization for the BYD Song Plus DM-i. The car is imported into Iran by Tigard Motor. It is the second imported product of Tigard Motor Company, after the BYD China L. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

BYD seeks tax cut to boost production at Camaçari plant in Brazil On July 1, it was reported that BYD officially launched prototype testing at its Camaçari plant in Bahia, Brazil, while requesting a 10 percent import tax rate for SKD units for a period of 12 months. Currently, SKD units are taxed at the same rate as fully imported electrified vehicles, with the rate set at 30% for hybrids, 28% for plug-in hybrids, and 25% for fully electric veh...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

BYD to inaugurate Camaçari plant on July 1 in Brazil On June 25, it was reported that BYD will officially inaugurate its factory in Camaçari, Bahia, on July 1. The event was initially scheduled for June 26 but was postponed due to scheduling conflicts with government authorities. The factory's first vehicle will be the electric Dolphin Mini, followed by the Song Pro. This launch meets the deadline agreed upon in the 2023 contract with the Bahia...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

BYD confident on approval to reduce import tariff on SKD vehicles to 10% in Brazil On May 30, BYD Brazil's VP Alexandre Baldy expressed confidence in the approval of the company’s request to reduce the import tariff on SKD (semi-knocked down) vehicles to 10% for the first 12 months of operation. The Dolphin Mini EV will be the first model assembled at the Camaçari plant, potentially followed by the hybrid Song Pro. While the Brazilian automoti...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

BYD to enter into Argentine market in 4Q 2025 On May 21, BYD officially announced its entry into the Argentine market, confirming that its electrified vehicles will go on sale in the country during the last quarter of 2025. In a press release, BYD Vice President Stella Li highlighted Argentina as a key Latin American market with strong potential for adopting clean mobility solutions. The company was granted a government exemption to import 1,300 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

BYD cuts prices of several models, with maximum reduction exceeding 30% On May 23, BYD cut the respective prices of the intelligent driving variants of the 2nd-generation Qin Plus DM-i and the Qin L DM-i from CNY 79,800 to CNY 63,800 and from CNY 99,800 to CNY 79,800, valid until June 30. According to multiple press releases, BYD subsequently cut the prices of the intelligent driving variants of 22 models such as the 2nd-generation Yuan Plus and ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

BYD faces lawsuit over worker exploitation in Brazil On May 28, Brazil's Labor Prosecutor's Office (MPT) filed a civil lawsuit against BYD and its former contractors, China JinJiang Construction and Tonghe Equipamentos Inteligentes (now Tecmonta), for allegedly subjecting 220 Chinese workers to conditions analogous to slavery during the construction of BYD’s plant in Camaçari, Bahia. According to the MPT, workers entered the country illegally ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/31

BYD introduces 2026 Song Plus SUV in Brazil On May 29, BYD officially introduced the 2026 version of the Song Plus and its Premium variant in Brazil. The updated model features a refreshed global design with sharper Dragon Face 3.0 headlights, 19-inch wheels, a redesigned "Heart of Ocean" center console, and a premium audio system by Infinity with a subwoofer. The car is offered in four exterior colors and two interior schemes, including a new Ca...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

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 surpasses 100,000 sales milestone in Brazil since its arrival in 2022 On March 12, it was reported that BYD has sold 108,400 units in Brazil since its arrival in 2022. Around 75% of the vehicles were sold in 2024, when the Chinese company accelerated shipments in the country with the Mini Dolphin EV, the King sedan, and new versions of the Song and Yuan SUVs. The brand now offers 12 hybrid and electric models, including the Shark hybrid picku...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/14

Astana Motors announces official launch of BYD brand in Kazakhstan On March 3, Astana Motors officially announced the launch of the BYD brand in Kazakhstan. BYD dealers in Kazakhstan started selling cars in January 2025. Initially, the local market will feature the BYD Song Plus EV electric crossover, the Song Plus DM-i hybrid crossover, and the BYD HAN electric all-wheel-drive sedan.  BYD cars have been modified to fit Kazakhstan's harsh contin...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/04

BYD lands 5,500 EVs in Brazil On February 27, the Explorer 1, BYD’s dedicated cargo ship, arrived at the Port of Aracruz, Espírito Santo, carrying approximately 5,500 vehicles from China. This is the vessel’s second visit to Brazil, following its first arrival in Recife last year with a full load. The 200-meter-long, 38-meter-wide ship can transport up to 7,000 cars and is the first of eight ships planned by BYD to support its global operati...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/01

Alvand Khodro showcases BYD Song Plus DM-i at 6th Tehran International Automotive Exhibition 2025 On January 30, multiple sources reported that Alvand Khodro, an Iran-based car-dealership, showcased BYD Song Plus DM-I on 6th Tehran International Automotive Exhibition 2025 held in Iran. The displayed vehicle is different from the BYD Song Plus previously launched by Bahman Group in Iran. The vehicle is a compact crossover with electric-gasoline d...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/31

BYD Brazil announced sales record in 2024 On January 2, BYD Auto Brazil reported record-breaking sales in 2024, cementing its leadership in Brazil's electrified vehicle market. Only in December, the OEM sold 10,091 units, marking its best monthly performance and securing the 8th place in overall sales, a significant achievement for a brand only three years in the market. Retail figures placed BYD 4th overall, highlighting its rapid growth.   In ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/04

BYD enters Peru with 5 models On December 10, BYD officially entered the Peruvian market with five models, aiming to advance electromobility and sustainable transportation. The initial lineup includes the BYD SONG PRO, BYD SHARK, BYD TANG, BYD YUAN UP, and BYD SEAL models. Motorysa, a Colombian company which will oversee the distribution of BYD's electric vehicles in Peru, plans to expand its offerings in the coming years, with projections to est...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/12

BYD to build flex-hybrid facility at Camacari complex in Brazil On December 2, BYD announced that its Camacari plant, in Brazil, will be inaugurated in March 2025 and will include a Flex 1.5-liter plug-in engine factory. The facility will initially assemble SKD kits from China for the Song Pro and Dolphin Mini BEV models and, during the second half of 2025, production of 1.5-liter plug-in flex engines is expected to start. From August, other proc...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/04

ans have been developed to increase localization by strengthening cooperation with regional enterprises. As part of this, 63 projects worth USD 325 million will be implemented to develop 700 components. Additionally, a new electric vehicle factory has been established in Jizzakh in partnership with BYD, where models like the Chazor and Song Plus Champion are currently being produced. Plans are in place to expand the model range in the coming year...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/26

up 53% y/y and accounting for 33% of the total BEV volume. There were 21 manufacturers with a New Energy passenger car wholesale volume exceeding 10,000 units in October, up 4 y/y and accounting for 94% (92.8% last month, 89.2% for the same period last year) of the total. These manufacturers were: BYD (500,526 units), Geely (108,722 units), SAIC-GM-Wuling (89,790 units), Changan Auto (80,506 units), Tesla China (68,280 units), Chery (67,113 unit...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/11

BYD announces more than 50,000 units sold in Brazil until September 2024 On October 2, BYD Brazil announced it had surpassed 50,000 electrified vehicles sold in the country, marking a major milestone in its efforts toward sustainable mobility. From January to September 2024, BYD sold 51,174 vehicles, establishing itself as a key player in Brazil’s growing EV market. According to BYD Brazil Senior Vice President Alexandre Baldy, this achievement...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/23