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

Alghanim Industries launches BYD Auto Alghanim in Kuwait On September 23, Alghanim Industries (Kutayba Alghanim Group), one of the largest privately-owned companies in the region, announced the launch of BYD Auto Alghanim, as a part of its broader strategy to introduce BYD in Kuwait. BYD Auto Alghanim aims to introduce a range of advanced plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles, offering a sustainable and high-tech driving experience in the r...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/25

BYD launches new Sealion 05 DM-i, 2nd-gen Song Pro DM-i plug-in hybrid SUVs On September 23, BYD launched the new Sealion 05 DM-i and 2nd-generation Song Pro DM-i compact plug-in hybrid SUVs with its 5th-generation DM (Dual Mode) technology, which are both available in four variants with CLTC electric-mode ranges of 75km and 115km. Prices range from CNY 112,800 to CNY 142,800. Inheriting the Ocean Aesthetics design concept, the Sealion 05 DM-i ha...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/25

BYD Mexico launches PHEV Song Pro On August 21, BYD announced the launch of its Song Pro model in Mexico. The vehicle is a PHEV SUV that combines a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder naturally aspirated gasoline engine and an electric motor that together generate 220 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque. The electric motor is powered by a 12.9-kWh battery pack. It has regenerative charging and offers a range of up to 1,001 km, while in fully electric mode, it reaches a ...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/23

BYD launches Song L DM-i, 2025 Song Plus DM-i plug-in hybrid SUVs On July 25, BYD launched the Song L DM-i and 2025 Song Plus DM-i plug-in hybrid SUVs. Both models are powered by the 5th-generation DM technology and available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 135,800 to CNY 175,800. The Song L DM-i, a new midsize SUV of the Dynasty series, is based on a next-generation plug-in hybrid platform. Equipped with a 74kW/126Nm 1.5L high-eff...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/29

FORVIA-BYD inaugurate new seat assembly plant in Rayong, Thailand FORVIA and BYD inaugurated their new seat assembly plant in Rayong, Thailand, following the beginning of construction in July 2023. This plant was built under Shenzhen Faurecia Automotive Parts, a joint venture created by both firms in 2017 and majority-owned by FORVIA.  Production of complete seats is scheduled to begin one month after this opening, serving BYD’s electric and h...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/19

BYD Song Pro to be first model manufactured in Brazil On July 10, BYD launched its Song Pro model in Brazil, at the same time announcing that this will be the first BYD vehicle to be produced in Brazil at the Camaçari plant. The Song Pro is a PHEV SUV equipped with a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine and electric unit in the transmission, generating a combined maximum power of 235 hp. It is expected that the vehicle will begin to be assembled...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/12

BYD starts mass production of cars in Uzbekistan On June 27, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan announced that the BYD Uzbekistan Factory joint venture in the Jizzakh region has started production of electric cars. Currently, Chazor and Song Plus Champion models (plug-in Hybrid) are produced here.  Robotic systems and equipment were brought to the factory from China. The production process is automated. The plant starts operations in Ja...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/28

BYD ships more than 5,400 vehicles on its own cargo ship to Brazil On May 28, BYD announced that the Explorer 1, a BYD cargo ship, arrived at the port of Suape in Pernambuco, Brazil with more than 5,400 electric and hybrid vehicles. The shipment includes the first units of the BYD King and the BYD Song Pro, a basic version of BYD’s hybrid SUV. In the first five months of 2024 alone, BYD sold more than 25,000 units in Brazil, 43% more than in al...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/31

BIMS 2024: BYD opens pre-bookings for Denza D9; Thailand’s plant to start operation in Q3 Announced on March 28, 2024, BYD confirmed that its passenger vehicle manufacturing base in Thailand is set to complete the construction and commence operation in Q3/2024.  This plan supports Thailand's national strategy in transforming into the manufacturing hub for new energy vehicles in ASEAN and is in line with BYD’s "Cool the Earth by 1℃" initiat...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/02