Tag: BYD
BYD sales overtake Tesla in UK, while Tesla sales drop in Europe
Relative automotive newcomer to the UK, BYD, which only debuted its electric passenger cars back in 2023, has now overtaken Tesla in the country's monthly sales charts.According to the latest sales statistics from the...
BYD reveals sub-£30k EV for Europe, the ATTO 2
Already on sale under a different name in China and several South American countries, BYD has announced the imminent arrival of the BYD ATTO 2 to Europe, which will become the smallest electric SUV...
EVs from Tesla, Vauxhall, Hyundai, and BYD walk away with 5 star ratings in latest Green NCAP tests
Euro NCAP tests give information on how well new cars protect and prevent both occupants and other road users in collisions, but Green NCAP, which first started publishing results in 2019, shows how well...
BYD to begin producing EVs in the EU from late 2025
BYD's planned Hungary factory, which will mark the first BYD EVs to be produced both within Europe and the European Union, will begin producing EVs at the facility from late 2025.The news was uncovered...
BYD produces its 10 millionth EV
After Chinese automaker BYD passed the milestone of 9 million EVs built in September, the company has already reached the impressive 10 million mark, just two months later.The 10 millionth NEV to be delivered...
BYD nears Ford’s annual shipment figures, as EV push continues
BYD, a relative newcomer in the global automotive industry, has the chance to beat Ford when it comes to the number of cars shipped throughout 2024, helped by the manufacturer selling a record 500,000-plus...
BYD hires ex-Stellantis UK MD, Maria Grazia Davino, as European expansion continues
BYD is looking to further push its EV expansion across mainland Europe, after appointing Maria Grazia Davino as the new Regional Managing Director for Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Austria and the Czech Republic.Taking on the...
BYD continues European EV expansion, despite tariffs
The large presence of BYD at the annual Paris Motor Show demonstrates that BYD is here to stay, particularly within the European Union, despite an additional tariff of 17% placed against the automaker by...
BYD targets 100,000 EV sales in Mexico for 2025
In contrast to nearby Canada and the U.S., BYD is hoping to sell 100,000 electric vehicles in Mexico throughout 2025.It is also targeting 50,000 EV sales in the country, before the end of this...
Tesla Model Y tops EV sales in Europe, US, and China
A report compiled by The EV Universe, which covers all global BEV sales for the first half of 2024, indicates that the Tesla Model Y is continuing to be a best-seller across much of...
BYD pushes for 50% of car sales to come from overseas
BYD is aiming for half of its total car sales to come from markets outside of China, by 2030.So far this year, approximately 14% of BYD's total sales have come from outside ChinaA large...
An electric Olympic handover: Tom Cruise’s electric motorcycle makes waves at the Paris 2024 closing ceremony
Tom Cruise brings electric motorcycles to the world stage with a stunt-packed Olympic handoverThe Paris 2024 Olympic Games have finally drawn to a close, and now all eyes turn to the next event, LA...
Uber and BYD are bringing 100,000 EVs to the road
BYD and Uber’s multi-year partnership plans to add 100,000 BYD EVs to Uber’s platform globally.Starting in Europe and Latin America, the expansion will include financing, charging, and maintenance options for drivers.The collaboration aims to...
A week with a Seal: Navigating the city and beyond in BYD’s performance EV
BYD has a wider significance in the growing EV market than just another new OEM: it’s a brand that, four or five years ago, hardly any Brits, or Europeans, for that matter, had heard...
Australian EV sales reach 48,872 this year, with Tesla and BYD leading the charge
Australia’s Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries revealed the country’s June passenger car sales, revealing how EV sales have performed in the first half of 2024.A total of 48,872 electric vehicles were sold from January...
BYD DOLPHIN EV wins UK’s Car Dealer Power Car of the Year award
The Car Dealer Power Awards 2024, run by the UK’s Car Dealer magazine, which polls car dealers across a selection of automotive-related rewards, has revealed its car of the year.With the electric BYD DOLPHIN...
BYD and Ayvens partner to provide new leasing offers and spread EVs across Europe
Ayvens and BYD signed an MoU to distribute EVs and provide leasing services in select European markets.The partnership aims to accelerate EV market development with fleet solutions, advisory support, and comprehensive charging services.BYD will...
BYD builds EV reality for everyone, at EURO 2024
If you want to speak to the early mainstream EV audience, there can be no better marketing communications platform than sponsoring the Euros, other than the World Cup. So, BYD’s official partner status at...
Goodbye Routemaster? BYD aims to replace London buses with new electric model
BYD revealed its new all-electric double-decker bus, the BYD BD11, in London this week.Painted in the synonymous London bus red, BYD is setting its sights on the BD11 being the bus of choice in...
Chinese carmakers set sights on production in Turkey to dodge EU tariffs
Chinese automakers eye production in Turkey to avoid EU tariffs.Turkey, a key player in automotive production, accelerates discussions with BYD, Chery, and SAIC.Partnership signifies Turkey's readiness for Europe's electric vehicle transition, boosting its role...
First look at the BYD Shark: A new electric entry aimed at Australia’s utility vehicle market
The BYD Shark ute builds buzz for its cutting-edge tech and sleek design.Aimed at Australia, the Shark competes in the midsize utility market, boasting rugged features and hybrid innovation.With electric focus and over 1000...
BYD reveals all-new electric hot hatch and luxury models
BYD unveiled two new fully-electric models at the Beijing Auto Show, running until the 5th of May.This includes an all-new electric hot hatchback under the BYD marque, called the ‘Ocean-M’, and under its sub-brand...
BYD’s debut pickup truck model named ‘Shark’
BYD's first electric pickup truck is named 'Shark'. The truck features Dual Mode Off-Road (DMO), designed to improve off-road performance on rugged terrain. BYD announced this on Weibo ahead of the Beijing Autoshow, but didn't disclose...
BYD expected to overtake Tesla in 2024 as the global electric vehicle market evolves
Analysts predict BYD to top Tesla in 2024 BEV sales after strong Q4 performance.Top 10 companies hold 65% market share, with Tesla at 19.9%, BYD at 17.1%.Despite slowing growth, BYD's global expansion and Tesla...