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Tesla Model Y and BYD Atto 3 lead the way as Chinese-built electric vehicle sales soar in Australia

EV Central

According to the official VFACTS figures, there were 3330 examples of the battery electric SUV sold in Australia last month. Chinese cars sit number three behind Japan and Thailand in terms of popularity in Australia. Add in 604 Model 3 sedan sales and Tesla claimed eighth overall in July with 3934 sales.

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BYD is now shipping its own EVs as first cargo ship heads to Europe

Baua Electric

BYD is already a leader in key auto markets like Thailand , Brazil, and Columbia. Meanwhile, BYD is aiming for Tesla’s sweet spot with several mid-size electric SUVs to compete with Tesla’s Model Y. The electric SUV starts at $27,000 (189,800 yuan) with up to 411 mi (662 km) CLTC range. The BYD Explorer No.

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BYD confirms Shark electric pickup name as Ford F-150 Lightning rival in latest teaser

Baua Electric

Designed by ex-Lamborghini and Audi designer Wolfgang Egger, the truck resembles the Ford F-150 Lightning or Toyota Hilux with four doors, rugged fenders, and a big “BYD ” logo on the front grille. The Shark will look to take market share from Toyota’s Hilux and Isuzu’s D-MAX in key markets like Thailand, Australia, and South Africa.

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