and one Japan premiere). In the passenger car lineup, the mini EV “RACCO” made its world debut. Three models were unveiled in Japan for the first time: the plug-in hybrid (PHV) mid-size SUV “Sealion 6 DM-i” (Chinese name: Song Plus), the new electric compact SUV “ATTO 3” (Chinese name: Yuan Plus), and the high-end Yangwang brand’s high-performance EV supercar “U9.” EV venture Folofly also unveiled the ZEEKR 009 electric MPV fro...

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ower battery site in Taizhou. The site, a BYD strategic site for NEV power batteries, contains production lines for next-generation lithium-iron phosphate blade batteries and related systems, with a total land area of approximately 1 million square meters and a planned investment of CNY 8.8 billion yuan (including CNY 8 billion in fixed assets). At full capacity, the annual NEV power battery production capacity is estimated at 22GWh. BYD acquired...

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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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sales, BYD ranked among the top 5 passenger brands, trailing only Volkswagen, Fiat, GM, and Hyundai. BYD also maintains undisputed leadership in the electric segment, with 5,687 BEVs sold in September, representing over 70% market share and the top three positions held by Dolphin Mini, Dolphin, and Yuan Pro. (BYD Brazil on October 6, 2025)...

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Gotion High-tech participates in 2025 WMC At the 2025 World Manufacturing Convention (WMC), Gotion High-tech Co., Ltd. (Gotion High-tech) exhibited cutting-edge technologies and products in the fields of powertrains and energy storage.On special display were the Gemstone all-solid-state battery and the G-Yuan quasi-solid-state battery.The core manufacturing devices for the Gemstone battery are 100% China-made.The G-Yuan battery, with an energy d...

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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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-hp rear electric motor and a 41.9-kWh battery with a WLTC range of over 400 km. Additionally, GM confirmed it will introduce the Captiva EV in the last quarter of 2025, rebadging the Chinese Wuling Starlight S. Targeting the compact electric SUV segment, the Captiva EV is expected to rival the BYD Yuan Pro. While Brazilian specs are pending, its Chinese counterpart features a 204-hp electric motor and a 60 kWh LFP battery, with a 510 km WLTC ran...

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ing variants of the 2nd-generation Qin Plus DM-i and the Qin L DM-i from CNY 79,800 to CNY 63,800 and from CNY 99,800 to CNY 79,800, valid until June 30. According to multiple press releases, BYD subsequently cut the prices of the intelligent driving variants of 22 models such as the 2nd-generation Yuan Plus and the Song Pro DM-i by a maximum of CNY 53,000, equivalent to over 30%. The industry considers such price-off promotions as a crucial move...

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BKY breaks ground on new auto parts and electronics factory in Ninh Binh, Vietnam On May 8, 2025, BEI KE YUAN Technology Co., Ltd. (BKY), in collaboration with Thien Phu Co., Ltd., held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new factory at Van Phong Industrial Park in Nho Quan district, Ninh Binh, Vietnam. The factory will produce auto parts, electronic accessories, semiconductor equipment, and environmental treatment systems. The project, built on a 15...

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and CHANG-AN Q07. In partnership with CATL, ChangAn is advancing key electrolyte technologies and accelerating solid-state battery development. A prototype will debut by late 2025, with installation tests in 2026 and mass production by 2027. Under its Dubhe 2.0 Plan, ChangAn will invest 20 billion yuan over five years to advance AI large model development and end-to-end assisted driving. Another 20 billion yuan will support growth in the low-alt...

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CFAO Mobility launches BYD electric vehicles in Benin On April 24, CFAO Mobility presented electric BYD vehicles in Cotonou, Benin. Multiple sources reported that BYD launched the Yuan Plus SUV (sport utility vehicle), and the compact hatchback Seagull, both battery electric vehicle (BEV) models. BYD has now entered 16 countries and regions in Africa. Based on press release from CFAO Mobility/ multiple sources ...

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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...

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rival 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 operations. The Explorer 1 spent over 40 days at sea after departing from Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, delivering SUVs Yuan and Song, as well as the electric compact models Dolphin and Dolphin Mini. A major highlight of this shipment is the arrival of the Denza B5, a l...

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BYD Dolphin and Yuan Pro to feature flex-fuel plug-in hybrid engine in Brazil On December 20, BYD announced the development of flex-fuel plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions of the Dolphin hatchback and Yuan Pro SUV exclusively for the Brazilian market. The models were presented at a recent dealership convention attended by CEO Stella Li and are set to launch in 2026 after the company’s Camaçari factory reaches greater production autonomy. These veh...

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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...

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BYD launches Yuan Pro SUV in Mexico On November 7, BYD launched its Yuan Pro model in Mexico. The vehicle is considered the most affordable model in its segment, as it has a price starting at MXN 579,800. It is built on the e-Platform 3.0 platform, has a structure with Cell to Body (CTB) technology and offers a range of up to 380 km thanks to its 45-kWh Blade battery that allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds. Inside it has a ...

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both its BEV and ICE-based models. Chery has also gained significant momentum with its low-cost Omoda 5 SUV contributing to the brand’s expected 14% market share among Chinese groups in Europe next year. At the same time, BYD is set to reach 45,000 sales in 2024, boosted by the popularity of its Yuan Plus and Seal models. Collectively, MG, Chery, and BYD are projected to sell one million cars annually in the region by the end of the decade, as...

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BYD unveils Atto 3 electric SUV in Madagascar On October 13, BYD announced the recent unveiling of the Yuan Plus (known as the Atto 3 in countries outside of China) compact battery electric SUV with CFAO, a partnering dealer, in Antananarivo, Madagascar. This is the first BYD New Energy Vehicle on the local market. Theming “Driving to the Future”, the event contains exhibition and interaction areas and completely uses sustainable materials an...

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BYD launches BYD Yuan Pro in Costa Rica On September 26, BYD launched the Yuan Pro model in Costa Rica, which will be known locally as the BYD S1 Pro. The fully electric vehicle is based on the e-platform 3.0 and Cell to Body (CTB) technology. Its engine produces 207 hp and 180 Nm of torque and thanks to the 50.1-kWh Blade Battery, it can travel up to 401 km. Regarding safety, the vehicle has a 5-star safety rating due to its rigid density struct...

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BYD launches Yuan Pro electric SUV in Brazil On September 5, BYD launched its Yuan Pro electric compact SUV in Brazil. The five-seater SUV features a 45.1 kWh LFP Blade battery that allows it to offer a range of 380 km, according to NEDC or 250 km according to PBEV, powering the 177 hp and 290 Nm motor on the front axle. The vehicle is 4,310 mm long, 1,830 mm wide and 1,675 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. Regarding safety, the vehicle is e...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/10