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BYD e6 EV now available for consumers in China

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The BYD e6 electric vehicle ( earlier post ) will now be available for consumer purchases in China; previously, the e6 was only available for fleet purchases. This is the first domestic all-electric vehicle for sale to consumers in China. million fleet miles (or 6 million km).

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Report: sales of hybrid and electric vehicles in China disappoint automakers

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Chinese automakers are disappointed with the sales figures of hybrid and electric vehicles, according to a report in the Global Times. Due to its poor sales volume, Changan Auto said that its hybrid vehicle Jiexun HEV has gone out of production for one year.

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BYD to introduce electric vehicles to Europe

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It’s been a long time coming, but China’s BYD Auto will finally stage the European premiere of two of its electric vehicles at the 2011 Geneva International Motor Show. The updated 2012 e6-Eco and the independent 4WD dual mode electric SUV S6DM will be introduced at the event as BYD also presents its Three Green [.].

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Hertz rental cars to welcome BYD electric vehicles

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One of the largest car hire companies in the world – the Hertz Corporation – has announced a new strategic partnership with BYD aimed at propelling electric vehicle markets in China. As part of the partnership, Hertz will rent the BYD e6 electric car to Chinese customers and government agencies.

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MG Motor India moots new sub-Rs 15 lakh EV MPV and SUV | Autocar Professional

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Buoyed by a fresh fund infusion from the JSW Group, MG Motor – the British brand owned by Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) – is set to revamp its electric vehicle play in the country and challenge Tata Motors with a big focus on mass market products. So, stay tuned for more detailed plans from the British brand.

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BYD electric vehicles head to Singapore

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The expansion of Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD continues in earnest after the company signed a memorandum of understanding with SMRT Corporation in Singapore. The two will now enter discussions about the possibility of establishing a joint venture to distribute BYD’s eBUSes and e6 taxis.

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BYD raises sales target for 2010

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The company has raised its sales targets for 2010 by 14 per cent thanks to the pending release of the all-electric e6 saloon car and the Chinese government’s green car friendly [.].

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