Al-Futtaim BYD KSA unveils ATTO 8 in Saudi Arabia On December 11, Al-Futtaim BYD KSA, the official distributor of BYD, launched the BYD ATTO 8 at the Riyadh Motor Show. It is BYD's first 7-seater SUV in Saudi Arabia. It leverages BYD's advanced 5th-generation DM (Dual Mode) Super Hybrid platform, available in two distinct configurations.  The DM-i variant offers a WLTC range of up to 728 kilometres on a single charge and tank. The DM-p (Dual Mot...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

BYD to showcase nine models at Brussels Motor Show 2026 On December 11, BYD announced that it will showcase nine models, including six fully electric vehicles and three plug-in hybrids in the Brussels Motor Show 2026. At the event, BYD will make the Belgian debut of the Atto 2 DM-i and showcase the Atto 2 EV Long Range (Comfort), Dolphin, Seal, Sealion 7, Seal 6 DM-i Touring, Tang, Dolphin Surf, and Seal U DM-i, along with an exclusive presentati...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/16

Euro NCAP awards five-star ratings for BYD Seal DM-i sedan and wagon models On December 3, BYD announced that the BYD SEAL 6 DM-i sedan and its wagon variant, the SEAL 6 DM-i TOURING, achieved a maximum five-star safety rating in the latest Euro NCAP tests. The recognition highlights the models’ strong performance across all four evaluation categories: Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Vulnerable Road Users, and Safety Assistance. The SEAL 6 DM-i...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/04

BYD Industry, BYD Auto to recall over 80,000 Qin Plus DM-i sedans in total On November 28, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced that BYD Automobile Industry Co., Ltd. (BYD Industry) and BYD Automobile Co., Ltd. (BYD Auto) recently filed recall plans as follows. BYD Industry: -          Recall number S2025M0189I: 52,890 Qin Plus DM-i sedans manufactured between September 26, 2021 and September 23, 2023. BY...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/04

BYD unveils ATTO 2 DM-i super hybrid in Barcelona, Spain On November 20, BYD unveiled its new ATTO 2 DM-i Super Hybrid in Barcelona, Spain, marking another step in the company’s rapid expansion across Europe. The launch included test drives and a firsthand look at BYD’s Super Hybrid technology. BYD ATTO 2 DM-i is equipped with 1.5-litre gasoline engine, delivering a total range of up to 1,000 km. Its EV mode allows up to 90 kilometres of zero...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

BYD to start deliveries of Seal 6 DM-i Saloon and Touring in UK from December 2025 On November 6, BYD announced the prices, specifications, and start of sales for the Seal 6 DM-i Saloon and Touring in the UK. The Seal 6 DM-i Touring is the first BYD wagon to be introduced in Europe. It has a wheelbase of 2,790 mm. Its dimensions are 4,840 x 1,875 x 1,505 mm. It has a 10.08 (boost trim) as well as 19 KWh (Comfort trim) LFP Blade Battery, which giv...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

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

Japan Mobility Show 2025 opens its doors The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) has kicked off the Japan Mobility Show 2025 at Tokyo Big Sight, running from October 29 to November 9. Press days take place on October 29 and 30, with the show opening to the public on October 31. The event is being held under the theme “A unique opportunity to explore mobility’s future”. This year’s show has attracted a record 517 companies an...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

PEVS 2025: BYD eMAX 9 DM-i PHEV launched in Philippines Announced on October 23, 2025, the all-new BYD eMAX 9 DM-i was officially launched at the Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS).  Two variants are available: the eMAX 9 DM-i Advanced, priced at PHP 2,678,000, and the eMAX 9 DM-i Premium, at PHP 2,998,000. Both models combine sophistication, performance, and long-range efficiency, setting a new benchmark for luxury MPVs in the Philippine...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/28

BYD launches ATTO 2 DM-I hybrid vehicle in Europe On October 22, BYD announced its latest model in Europe with Super Hybrid with DM technology: the ATTO 2 DM-i. It will make its European debut at the Fleet Europe Days event in Luxembourg. Pre-sales will begin soon after, with first deliveries expected from the opening quarter of 2026. It can travel for up to 90km on electric power alone. The intelligent powertrain (DM-i stands for Dual Mode-intel...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/26

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 reaches 100,000 NEV deliveries in Thailand with locally-made Sealion 6 PHEV Announced on October 16, 2025, BYD Auto (Thailand) Co., Ltd., together with Reve Automotive Co., Ltd., celebrated a major milestone, reaching the delivery of 100,000 new energy vehicles (NEVs) in only a few years since launching in the Thai market. The landmark 100,000th unit is the BYD Sealion 6 DM-i, a midsize SUV with the DM-i Super Hybrid PHEV. This model was manu...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/20

BYD Philippines opens ROI for eMax 9 DM-i PHEV MPV; launch expected in October Reported on October 8, 2025, BYD is preparing to launch the eMax 9 DM-i, a large MPV PHEV, in the Philippines, with registrations of interest (ROI) now open. The opening of reservations suggests the model could arrive as early as the Electric Vehicle Summit (EV Summit), scheduled for October 23–25, 2025. Once launched, the eMax 9 is expected to compete directly with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/08

BYD Tang DM-i plug-in hybrid SUV launched in Philippines Reported on September 17, 2025, BYD officially launched the Tang DM-i PHEV in the Philippines, a 7-seater SUV that combines performance, efficiency, and advanced technology for families.  Priced at PHP 2,098,000, the Tang DM-i offers sporty design and spacious interiors, powered by BYD’s Super DM-i technology backed by a 1.5-liter turbo high-efficiency engine-generator. As the first turb...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/22

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

IAA 2025：IAA Mobility 2025 opens in Munich, Germany On September 8, IAA Mobility 2025 opened in Munich, Germany. The event is open to the press on September 8 and to the public on September 9-14. From local German manufacturers, BMW unveiled the new BMW iX3 – the first model based on the Neue Klasse platform. Mercedes-Benz will also debut the new electric version of its all-new GLC D-segment electric SUV. VW Group unveiled ID. Polo, B segment...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

IAA Mobility 2025: BYD to produce Dolphin Surf in upcoming production facility in Hungary On September 8, BYD announced that the Dolphin Surf hatchback will be the first model to be manufactured in BYD’s upcoming production facility in Hungary. The factory in Szeged remains on track to be ready to start making cars by the end of 2025. BYD also announced the public debut of its second Super Hybrid model, the Seal 6 DM-i Touring. The Dolphin Surf...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08

BYD Thailand drops Shark 6 PHEV pickup, plans new locally built model for 2026 Reported on September 4, 2025, BYD Auto Thailand revealed that it will not move forward with local production of the Shark 6 plug-in hybrid pickup, citing challenges in meeting Thailand’s local content requirements. Instead, the company plans to introduce a new model tailored for domestic manufacturing at its Rayong facility in 2026. At the Bangkok International Moto...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/05

BYD hints at new ‘6’ model for Malaysia, Seal 6 EV expected Reported on September 4, 2025, BYD Malaysia has teased its next model, “1 + 2 + 3 — that's a 6”, on social media. The upcoming model is expected to be the Seal 6. In China, where it is known as Seal 06, it is available as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or fully electric vehicle (BEV).  The EV variant is likely for Malaysia, benefiting from incentives for fully imported EVs, unlike he...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

BYD launches SEAL 6 DM-i super hybrid in Europe On September 2, BYD introduced the SEAL 6 DM-i In Europe, offering Super Hybrid with DM technology aimed at family sedan and estate buyers. The BYD SEAL 6 DM-i sedan measures 4,840 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,495 mm in height, and has a spacious wheelbase of 2,790 mm. The vehicle is equipped with BYD’s advanced Super Hybrid DM-i technology, combining a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with dua...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03