BYD launches Song Ultra EV electric SUV On March 27, BYD launched the Song Ultra EV midsize battery electric SUV. The vehicle model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 151,900 to CNY 179,900. The Song Ultra EV measures 4,850mm long, 1,910mm wide, and 1,670mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,840mm. The Song Ultra EV features a rear-motor RWD layout. Powered by a single 240kW/305Nm or 270kW/305Nm permanent magnet synchronous moto...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

BYD to add 3,000 workers at Camacari plant in Brazil On March 13, it was reported that BYD will hire 3,000 additional workers for its Camacari plant in Bahia, expanding its workforce as part of the development of its largest complex outside China. The announcement was made by Stella Li, BYD executive vice president and CEO for the Americas and Europe, during a meeting in Brasilia with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Bahia Governor Jeronim...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

BYD releases official images of new electric SUV Song Ultra EV On February 10, BYD Auto released official images of the Song Ultra EV, an all-new electric SUV under the Dynasty series. The exterior of the Song Ultra EV adopts a design philosophy that blends Eastern aesthetics with contemporary styling, featuring a floating roof for a high-tech appearance. The vehicle measures 4,850mm long, 1,910mm wide, and 1,670mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,840...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

BYD Brazil announces success of direct sales strategy in the country On January 22, BYD Brazil announced that its direct sales strategy has rapidly consolidated as a key growth driver, with 5,378 vehicles sold through this channel in December 2025, representing a 324% increase compared with August. The policy, implemented nationally in October, significantly expanded BYD’s presence among small businesses, with nearly 4,000 units of the Dolphin ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/31

BYD to begin full vehicle production in Brazil in July On January 19, it was reported that BYD will begin full vehicle production at its Camaçari plant in Bahia in the second half of 2026, with operations scheduled to start by late July. The company said the transition from SKD assembly to local manufacturing will follow the completion of welding, stamping, and painting facilities, supported by investments of around BRL 3 billion to date. BYD st...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/24

BYD to expand pickup lineup in Brazil On January 20, it was reported that BYD plans to significantly expand its pickup truck lineup in Brazil as part of its growth strategy, aiming to offer up to five pickup models in the country over the coming years. The new range will include compact, intermediate, midsize, and large pickups, in addition to the already available Shark, all being PHEV or BEV, ruling out diesel, mild hybrid, or conventional hybr...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/23

BYD confirms PHEV Song Plus model to be manufactured in Brazil On January 8, BYD Brazil announced that the PHEV SUV Song Plus will begin local production at its Camaçari complex in Brazil in 2026. The model will initially be built with the same specifications as the version currently sold in the Brazilian market and will become the fourth vehicle produced at the plant, alongside the Dolphin Mini, King, and Song Pro. Localizing production of the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/14

BYD resumes operations in Brazil after December shutdown On January 8, BYD Brazil announced the resumption of operations at its Camaçari plant after a shutdown that began on December 20. Since its inauguration on October 9, the factory has produced approximately 18,000 vehicles, including models such as the Dolphin Mini, King, and Song Pro, marking a strong initial ramp-up in local manufacturing. BYD stated that production in 2025 at the plant p...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/13

JMS 2025: BYD exhibits 13 models including the world premiere of the T35 light-duty electric truck and the RACCO mini EV prototype On October 29, BYD Japan Group held a press briefing at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 (Press days: October 29-30, Public days: October 31-November 9) at Tokyo Big Sight. Mr. Xueliang LIU, General Manager of BYD's Asia Pacific Automotive Sales Division and President of BYD Japan Co., Ltd. (BYD Japan), Mr. Atsuki Tofukuj...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/31

-size SUV, the N7 mid-size EV sedan (launched in China in April 2025), and the Micra B-segment EV hatchback (announced for the European market in May). Mitsubishi Motors unveiled the ELEVANCE Concept, an electric crossover SUV concept car. Overseas automakers included Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, and BYD, as well as Hyundai Motor (making its first appearance) and Kia (Kia PBV Japan).  Among Chinese automakers, BYD exhibited 13 vehicles in total, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

BYD expects to increase market share in Brazil thanks to local production On October 16, BYD announced that with the start of local production of plug-in hybrid and fully electric vehicles at Camaçari complex, Brazil, the company aims to accelerate its sales expansion nationwide. The strategy consists in offering models such as the BYD Dolphin Mini, BYD King, and BYD Song Pro to direct-sale customers, including taxi drivers and people with disab...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/21

BYD debuts world’s first PHEV with biofuel technology in Brazil On October 20, BYD Brazil announced a global milestone with the debut of the world’s first PHEV compatible with biofuel, unveiled in the special edition SONG PRO COP30. The model, developed specifically for Brazil, was presented during the inauguration of BYD’s final-assembly line in Camaçari, Bahia, the company’s largest facility outside Asia and the largest electric vehicl...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/21

BYD officially starts operations in Argentina On October 9, it was reported that BYD officially launched its operations in Argentina, opening a direct subsidiary in Buenos Aires instead of working through an importer. Although registered as an automaker in the country since 2017, the Chinese company has now begun selling its first three models locally: the Dolphin Mini, Yuan Pro, and Song Pro. The event emphasized BYD’s customs-duty-exempt elec...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

BYD officially inaugurates Camaçari plant in Brazil On October 9, BYD officially inaugurated its new manufacturing plant in Camaçari, Bahia, in Brazil. The plant is producing the Dolphin Mini electric hatchback, the Song Pro hybrid SUV, and the King sedan, with distribution to dealerships starting next week. The facility represents part of the company’s 5.5 billion reais investment in Brazil. According to Senior Vice President Alexandre Baldy...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/10

BYD announces 172,303 units sold in Brazil since 2022 On October 6, BYD Brazil announced that it has sold 172,303 BEV and PHEV vehicles in the country since 2022. In less than three years, the brand has become a key driver of Brazil’s automotive electrification, thanks to strong consumer confidence and locally produced models like the Dolphin Mini (44,945 units) and the Song Plus (36,213 units), a best-selling PHEV. In September 2025 alone, BYD...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/08

BYD hires 365 more employees in September at Camaçari complex in Brazil On September 25, it was reported that BYD has hired 365 new employees this month, bringing its workforce in Camaçari, Bahia, to 1,500 people. Although the plant has not yet been officially inaugurated, the company said that production has already been started, which is why it is accelerating the process of increasing jobs on site. The plant is set to become the biggest elec...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/27

BYD presents world's first car with Uzbek-language voice assistant On September 8, BYD presented the updated SONG PLUS DM-i UzPride model, the world's first car with a fully integrated multimedia system and intelligent voice assistant in the Uzbek language. A full-fledged intelligent assistant in the Uzbek language, operating without a connection to the network, has been introduced in an automotive system.  The system was trained on more than 1....

News  Updated at: 2025/09/16

BYD reports 74% sales growth in August 2025 in Brazil On September 3, BYD Brazil announced record-breaking sales results, confirming its rapid expansion in the country’s automotive market. Between August 2024 and August 2025, the company registered 105,330 new vehicles, marking a 74% year-on-year increase, and securing its position as the fastest-growing brand among market leaders. In August 2025, BYD reached a new monthly peak with 9,815 units...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

BYD opens presales of three models in Argentina On August 27, it was reported that BYD Argentina officially opened pre-sales for its first three models in the country: the Dolphin Mini, Yuan Pro, and Song Pro DM-i. Dolphin mini: A fully electric hatchback built on the E-3.0 Platform that offers 380 km of range thanks to its Blade battery, which can be charged from 10% to 80% in 30 minutes. It features a 10.1-inch rotating touchscreen, voice contr...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

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