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...

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over three years of local operations, BYD has sold more than seven times as many BEVs as its nearest competitor, and nearly triple the combined total of brands ranked from second to tenth, according to Fenabrave data. BYD’s rapid expansion was fueled by the success of its entry-level models, the Dolphin and Dolphin Mini, which made electric mobility more accessible to Brazilian consumers. The achievement cements BYD’s leadership in the count...

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Gauzy, Israel supports Renault Trucks’ DOLPHIN program to advance ADAS for next-gen concept trucks On November 19, Gauzy announced that it is contributing to Renault Trucks’ DOLPHIN initiative with its AI-powered Smart-Vision Camera Monitoring System (CMS) and Driver Monitoring System (DMS), improving driver safety in next-generation concept trucks. The DOLPHIN program is a government-supported initiative under France Relance and France 2030 ...

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sent to the distributor chosen by the customer to support smooth business negotiations, contract execution, and delivery of vehicles. BYD Auto Japan aims to win new orders by providing the information of BYD vehicles to on-line store visitors. The Rakuten Ichiba store deals with such models as the Dolphin Long Range, Atto 3, Seal, Seal AWD, Sealion 7, and Sealion 7 AWD. The Sealion 6 will be added in the future. (From an article in the Nikkan Ji...

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’s best-selling vehicle in China, the world’s largest automotive market. Following the introduction of the EX5 C segment electric SUV in July, Geely expands its presence in Brazil with the smaller and more accessible EX2, set to compete directly with other Chinese electric models such as the BYD Dolphin Mini and GWM Ora 03. Sales of the 100% electric compact vehicle will begin on November 6, when pricing will be officially announced. (AutoInd...

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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...

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BYD makes alliance with Nuevo Leon state in Mexico to launch BYD Electric Taxi Program On October 16, it was reported that BYD México, Grupo Tec, and One Car Now (OCN) launched the BYD Electric Taxi Program in Nuevo León. The initiative involves an initial investment of USD 50 million and the incorporation of 3,000 BYD Dolphin Mini units into the regional fleet. According to BYD México’s General Director Jorge Vallejo, the program aims to ma...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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rative side, new hires include engineers and production planning and control professionals, key for ramping up assembly operations. BYD also announced 50 positions in September exclusively for people with disabilities, in partnership with SineBahia. The Camaçari facility will initially produce the Dolphin Mini, the Song Pro hybrid SUV, and the King hybrid sedan, supported by a total investment of BRL 5.5 billion in Brazil. (AutoIndústria on Sep...

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ng its regional model range. A broader push across the continent GAC and Xpeng are part of a broader second wave of Chinese models entering Europe, characterized by a greater emphasis on localization and sheer variety compared to the first wave in the early 2020s. BYD confirmed at the show that the Dolphin Surf will be the first model at its new Hungarian plant, coming online at the end of 2025. Leapmotor, in partnership with Stellantis, unveiled...

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pe, but it is unlikely they will arrive exactly as displayed in Munich or as soon as might have been expected. This is usually a result of the homologation process that takes time and can be costly, which will slow the march of Chinese models into the region. The evolution of the BYD Seagull to the Dolphin Surf, which is a longer car that boasts improved safety, is a prominent example of this process. Those that are for sale or have launch dates ...

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Eskom and BYD partner for charging infrastructure in South Africa On September 16, Eskom signed a memorandum of cooperation (MoC) with BYD Auto South Africa to support the launch of the BYD Dolphin Surf. Eskom is South Africa's primary electricity supplier. Eskom and BYD will explore the potential expansion of public charging infrastructure in key locations nationwide. They will also explore opportunities for local skills development, SMME partic...

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oss, Suzuki eVITARA, and Toyota Urban Cruiser received four-star ratings. The eVITARA and Urban Cruiser lost 1 point for driver chest protection and had marginal protection for the rear passenger’s head. Chinese models including the AION V SUV, EXLANTIX ES family saloon, IM IM6 crossover, and BYD DOLPHIN SURF family hatchback achieved five-star ratings. The Lynk & Co 08 electric SUV and Volkswagen ID.Buzz also received five-star ratings, despit...

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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 sold, of which 9,749 were passenger cars, placing the brand sixth overall with a 5.6% market share. The best-performing models were the Dolphin Mini (3,036 units), Song Plus (1,263), Song Pro (1,254), and Dolphin (976). BYD also achieved notable milestones in regional markets, surpassi...

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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...

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e of THB 1.699 million. Originally planned as a fully imported model from China, the pickup faced steep 50% import duties and excise taxes, making it difficult to price competitively. Combined with modest booking demand, this led BYD to cancel its launch. BYD’s Rayong plant currently produces the Dolphin, Atto 3, Sealion 6 DM-i, and Seal 5 DM-i Super Hybrid, achieving around 45–50% local content. Looking ahead, BYD plans to emphasize EV expor...

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JPY 2 million is also increasing. While Japanese passenger EVs have been limited to models such as Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.’s Sakura and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s eK X (Cross) EV, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. will introduce a new mini passenger EV. A foreign automaker BYD has set the price of its Dolphin compact EV at JPY 2.14 million in real terms as sales promotion measures. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on September 5, 2025)...

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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...

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