BYD hits 90,000 NEV deliveries in Thailand; Seal PHEV production to begin locally Reported on July 8, 2025, BYD (Thailand), in partnership with Rever Automotive, is celebrating the delivery of 90,000 new energy vehicles in Thailand. The milestone vehicle, a fully imported DENZA D9, was handed over to mark the occasion. The event also marks the first anniversary of BYD’s Thai production plant and the announcement of the BYD Seal 5 DM-i, the bran...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

km using 13.1 kWh. It also comes equipped with 15 ADAS features and holds a 5-star safety rating from EURO NCAP. Initially imported from Thailand, the ORA 03 is set to be assembled locally at the Inchcape Factory in Wanaherang, Bogor. Locally, it will compete with models such as the Wuling Binguo, BYD Atto 3, Aion Y Plus, and MG4 EV. (From GWM Auto Indonesia social media updates and an article of Republika on June 26, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

BYD Philippines sells 4,780 vehicles in 2024, led by Sealion 6 DM-I Reported on February 3, 2025, BYD Cars Philippines has revealed its 2024 full-year sales figures, staying in the 11th place in a CAMPI-TMA’s ranking of the best-selling vehicle brands. BYD became the second-best-selling Chinese auto brand in the Philippines after MG. With 4,780 units sold in 2024, BYD posted an 8,900% sales growth YoY. Moreover, it commanded around 82% share of...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

BYD Cars Philippines launches Seal Advanced (RWD) and updated Atto 3 Reported on January 16, 2025, BYD Cars Philippines started 2025 with the launches (i) the BYD Seal Advanced and (ii) the new Atto 3. Both models will be brought to the first BYD Tech Tour in 2025, running until January 20. A new variant in the Seal sports sedan range, the Seal Advanced drops its front electric motor in favor of a purely rear-wheel (and rear-mounted motor) setup....

News  Updated at: 2025/01/20

BYD releases model launch plans for South Korea On January 16, BYD hosted a brand launch event in Incheon, South Korea to release its passenger vehicle strategy and model launch plans for the country. In 2025, BYD will successively introduce three models into South Korea, namely, the ATTO 3, the Seal, and the Sealion 07 EV. The ATTO 3 will be available for pre-orders as a debut model. Starting January 16, BYD will partner with six officially auth...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/20

Grab – BYD enter regional partnership to expand EV fleet offering across Southeast Asia Announced on January 15, 2025, Grab and BYD have formed a regional partnership to expand access to up to 50,000 BYD electric vehicles (EVs) to Grab’s driver-partners across Southeast Asia, while increasing the availability of green vehicles to Grab users. Both parties will also collaborate to facilitate deep IoT integration between the vehicles and Grab’...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/20

BYD Indonesia records monthly sales of around 2,500 cars; M6 e-MPV contributes 50% Reported on September 30, 2024, BYD Motor Indonesia revealed that since the M6 electric MPV’s launch at GIIAS 2024 in July, 50% of the company’s total monthly sales were contributed by this model. BYD’s 4 models currently marketed in Indonesia are Dolphin, Atto 3, Seal and, M6. It recorded average monthly sales of around 2,500 units.At the GIIAS 2024 Jakarta,...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/01

Loxea Kenya introduces BYD Electric Vehicles in Kenya On September 25, Loxea Kenya, a leading player in Kenya's vehicle leasing and fleet management industry, introduced BYD Electric Vehicles. The company will offer 100% electric vehicles for leasing and outright purchase. Loxea is the sole distributor of BYD Electric Vehicles in Kenya. It will present BYD Seal, Atto 3, and Dolphin in Kenya.  (Based on Loxea Kenya social media updates)...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/26

BYD launches three electric models in Zambia On September 9, BYD announced the launch of three all-electric models, the BYD ATTO 3, BYD SEAL, and BYD DOLPHIN, in Zambia, in partnership with the Pilatus Group, on September 5, 2024. BYD’s latest offerings in the Zambian market include a diverse range of products such as SUV, hatchback, and sedan. These vehicles feature BYD’s innovative Blade Battery technology, which ensures safety, efficiency,...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/10

GIIAS 2024: BYD M6 electric MPV launched in Indonesia On July 17, 2024, PT BYD Motor Indonesia held a press conference for the launch of the M6 electric MPV at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show 2024 (GIIAS). Known as a rebadged version of the Chinese market’s BYD e6, this BYD M6 for the Indonesian market is more powerful and is priced from IDR 379 million. The Base model’s single front motor delivers 163 PS and 310 Nm torque. Mea...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/19

BYD and Yangwang to introduce latest models at Goodwood Festival of Speed, UK On May 29, BYD announced that it will present the latest models with its luxury high-end sub-brand Yangwang at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, from July 11 to 14, 2024. BYD will showcase its brand-new BYD Seal U DM-i, a plug-in hybrid five-seater SUV. This is BYD’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) model with BYD’s Super DM (Dual Mode) Technology in Europe. Alongs...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/29

IIMS 2024: BYD Indonesia announces prices of Dolphin, Atto 3, Seal; inks MoU with PT Bank Mandiri Announced on February 16, 2024, PT BYD Motor Indonesia officially unveiled the prices of its first 3 products on the opening day of the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2024. The Dolphin, the Atto 3, and the Seal are priced from IDR 425 million, IDR 515 million, and IDR 629 million, respectively. BYD's participation in IIMS 2024 is the first...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/19

BYD to reportedly set up new EV plant in Indonesia with annual capacity of 150,000 units Reported on January 18, 2024, BYD is reportedly planning a USD 1.3 billion investment for a new EV manufacturing plant with an annual capacity of 150,000 units in Indonesia, where its 3 BEV models, namely Seal, ATTO 3, and Dolphin were recently launched. Moreover, the Chinese vehicle manufacturer also aims to set up around 50 sales outlets across Indonesia by...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/23

BYD officially enters Indonesia; BYD Seal, Atto 3, and Dolphin BEVs launched On January 18, 2024, BYD has officially make its brand launch in the Indonesian EV market, at the BYD Grand Launch elevate Mobility event.  Its 3 BEV models were introduced, namely BYD Seal, BYD Atto 3, and BYD Dolphin. The company will accept pre-orders for these 3 models in a series of exhibitions in shopping centers in the Jakarta area and surrounding areas. Accordin...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/19

Green NCAP announces the ratings for seven cars On September 21, Green NCAP announced the ratings for six cars including BYD ATTO 3, GWM ORA Funky Cat, Mercedes-Benz E300d 4MATIC estate, Audi A6 50 TDI Quattro, Škoda Kamiq, Dacia Jogger Hybrid, and Ford Ranger Raptor.BYD ATTO 3, a compact SUV, that comes with a maximum power of 150 kW and a battery capacity of 60 kWh, stood out among all the vehicles, achieving an average score of 97% and 5 Gree...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/22

IAA Mobility 2023: BYD to present 6 electric vehicles and luxury sub-brand, DENZA On August 21, BYD announced that it will present 6 electric vehicles alongside a display of new technologies at the IAA Mobility 2023. It will also present its luxury sub-brand, DENZA, to European audiences for the first time. BYD will introduce the Ocean-inspired BYD SEAL and the BYD SEAL U to European customers. BYD SEAL (D-sedan) utilizes BYD’s latest CTB (Cel...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/22

BYD launches Atto 3 compact battery electric SUV in South Africa On June 30, BYD announced the recent holding of a brand launch and new model launch conference in Johannesburg, South Africa, where the Atto 3 battery electric model for the South African market was officially launched, with its prices unveiled. The Atto 3, the first BYD compact crossover SUV based on the e-platform 3.0, boasts an excellent aerodynamic design, with a drag co-efficie...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/06

BYD launches ATTO 3 and HAN EVs in Italy On June 15, BYD introduced BYD ATTO 3, a C-segment SUV, and the BYD HAN, an E-segment sedan, in Italy. BYD's first batch of stores in Italy will be located in Milan, Brescia, Verona, Turin, and Florence. BYD ATTO 3 has a 60.5 kWh battery providing a range of up to 565 km in urban and 420 km in combined cycles. The starting price is EUR 41,990.  BYD HAN has dual motors producing up to 380 kW/517 horsepower...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/20

BYD appoints Salvador Caetano Group as national dealer partner in Portugal On May 8, BYD (Build Your Dreams) appointed Salvador Caetano Group as its national dealer partner in Portugal. Salvador Caetano Group will be responsible for establishing a network of BYD dealers in key regions across Portugal, to offer customers high levels of localized sales and after-sales support. BYD brings an ‘all-electric’ line-up of vehicles to the Portuguese m...

News  Updated at: 2023/05/09

BYD officially puts ATTO 3 battery electric SUV on sale in UK On March 8, BYD announced that the ATTO 3, its first passenger vehicle for the UK, has been officially put on sale. The new vehicle is available in three configurations, with a starting price of GBP 36,490 (about CNY 303,000). Positioned as a battery electric SUV and based on BYD’s ePlatform 3.0, the vehicle meets the Euro NCAP Five-Star Safety Certification, and features the Dragon ...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/14