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Tesla beats BYD to become world’s best selling BEV company in Q3

Teslarati

OCTOBER 3, 2024

These numbers, while falling short of the Street’s whisper numbers, were enough for Tesla to become the world’s largest seller of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in Q3 2024, exceeding Chinese automaker BYD. BYD’s feat was celebrated by Tesla critics and widely covered by numerous mainstream media outlets.

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BYD considers investing in India

Teslarati

OCTOBER 8, 2024

China’s top electric vehicle (EV) automaker, BYD, is considering an investment in India. That is the time we would definitely like to think a little more on this subject,” said Rajeev Chauhan, BYD Head of Passenger EVS in India. As of this writing, BYD imports and sells two EVs in India: the Atto 3 SUV and the Seal sedan.

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BYD delivers 100 of its K9UD electric transit buses to Uruguay

Electrek

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has delivered 100 of its 12 meter K9UD electric transit buses to Uruguay’s largest electric public transport operator, Cutcsa.

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BYD and Hyundai team up to export cars

Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

BYD and Hyundai are teaming up to export cars. The agreement with BYD and Hyundai Glovis is highly beneficial to both companies and their future goals. Meanwhile, BYD believes its overseas market will account for 50% of total sales in the future. BYD also had orders for two additional PCTCs from a supplier in China.

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BYD Shark heading to Australia in October

Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The BYD Shark plug-in hybrid pickup truck is heading to Australia in October, ahead of its competitors from Ford and Great Wall Motor (GWM). The 2025 BYD Shark in Australia will follow a similar name as its sibling, the Sealion 6 in Australia. BYD’s plug-in hybrid pickup truck will be called the Shark 6 Down Under.

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BYD Partners With Loxea To Launch The ATTO 3, Dolphin, & Seal in Kenya

CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

It seems like we get news of BYD entering a new market around the world every week now, so it’s hard to keep up! Just the other week, BYD officially entered the Zambian market. continued] The post BYD Partners With Loxea To Launch The ATTO 3, Dolphin, & Seal in Kenya appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD raises its annual sales target: Morgan Stanley report

Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

BYD raised its annual sales target, reported Morgan Stanley in a note dated September 9. BYD recently increased its 2024 annual sales target to 4 million units. BYD has sold about 2.3 The vessel might help BYD reach its new goal. BYD forecasts that the overseas market will account for 50% of total sales in the future.

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100 Electric Buses for Uruguay — Thanks, Build Your Dreams (BYD)

CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

BYD (Build Your Dreams) continues to help electrify the world. And we won’t forget about that this week, [continued] The post 100 Electric Buses for Uruguay — Thanks, Build Your Dreams (BYD) appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Is BYD Going To Become The Largest Automaker In The World?

CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

BYD’s growth has been astounding in recent years, especially if you go all the way back to the severely limited and laughed-at BYD e6! continued] The post Is BYD Going To Become The Largest Automaker In The World?

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BYD, Zeekr, & NIO Enter Pakistan, Japan, UAE

CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 22, 2024

BYD is moving into Pakistan, Zeekr is moving into Japan, and NIO is moving into UAE. Oh, [continued] The post BYD, Zeekr, & NIO Enter Pakistan, Japan, UAE appeared first on CleanTechnica. Chinese electric vehicle producers continue to expand around the world, and we’ve got a few new expansions to share.

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BYD Brings Its E-Vali Electric Delivery Van To Europe

CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

BYD brought its all new E-Vali electric delivery vans to the IAA Transportation show in Hannover, Germany this week. The post BYD Brings Its E-Vali Electric Delivery Van To Europe appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD Smashes Sales Records In August As Other Chinese Companies Struggle

CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

BYD had a big month in August, as sales of its plug-in hybrid cars were up strongly over the same month last year. The post BYD Smashes Sales Records In August As Other Chinese Companies Struggle appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD Launches In Senegal, Starting With The ATTO 3

CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 19, 2024

BYD is one of the major EV firms that is now making its battery electric vehicles available in more places around the world. These days, it seems like we hear that BYD has introduced some of its models to a new country every week or something. Notably, BYD is one.

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BYD Launches Its First Pickup Truck, BYD SHARK, In Mexico

CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 18, 2024

BYD SHARK, BYD’s first pickup truck, makes its global debut and is officially launched in Mexico. Equipped with DMO Platform, BYD SHARK achieves enhancements in safety, power, off-road capability, intelligence, and comfort. BYD SHARK will land in more countries and regions in the near future.

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BYD Closer to Becoming #1 Automaker in World Than I Thought

CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Last week, I wrote generally about the idea that BYD’s strong upward trend, Toyota’s seeming lack of a serious EV plan (including continued daydreams about hydrogen), and Volkswagen’s struggles in China could lead to BYD becoming the #1 top selling automaker in the world. I didn’t dive deeply into recent.

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BYD sets new monthly global sales record, driven by plug-in hybrids

The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 1, 2024

BYD hits another sales record in September, but this time it has been driven by the company's plug in hybrid models. The post BYD sets new monthly global sales record, driven by plug-in hybrids appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla Scored A Win Against BYD

InsideEVs

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Tesla still managed to knock out BYD in global EV sales. Plus, we look at Maserati's marketing woes and new anti-China moves in Europe.

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3 Months with the BYD Sea Lion 06 PHEV

CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

This is ably demonstrated by Garry’s experience with the first BYD Sea Lion 06 sold in Queensland. continued] The post 3 Months with the BYD Sea Lion 06 PHEV appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD Unveils Xia Luxury MPV at Chengdu Motor Show

Electric Cars Report

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has introduced its new luxury MPV, the Xia, at the 2024 Chengdu Motor Show. The Xia’s exterior aligns with BYD’s signature style, featuring a large trapezoidal grille, sleek LED headlights, and a flat roofline.

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BYD to launch its first plug-in electric ute in Australia next month

The Driven EV News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

BYD to launch its first ute in the market to compete with Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger, saying it has low running costs and has a 100km electric range, with vehicle to load. The post BYD to launch its first plug-in electric ute in Australia next month appeared first on The Driven.

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BYD shatters Q3 and September sales records as growth streak continues

Electrek

OCTOBER 2, 2024

BYD just had its fourth straight month of record-breaking sales as its dominant run continued in September. China’s leading EV maker hit a milestone, selling over 400,000 vehicles for the first time last month. Will it be enough to top Tesla for the global EV sales crown?

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BYD is now the world’s largest automaker by R&D workforce after major hiring spree

Electrek

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

China’s BYD now has the world’s largest R&D workforce of any automaker after its latest hiring spree. With over 900,000 employees, BYD aims to continue climbing the global sales charts as it advances new tech to promote longer-range, more affordable EVs.

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BYD exec predicts solid-state EV batteries will hit the market sooner than expected

Electrek

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

According to BYD head scientist and engineer Lian Yubo, solid-state EV batteries could be in wide use in five years. The “holy grail” of EV battery tech may arrive sooner than expected, promising more range and faster charging.

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BYD Is Leading The EV Revolution, & Now Autonomous Driving Too?

CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

BYD is adding autonomous driving technology to some of its latest offerings as it purses the self driving dream. The post BYD Is Leading The EV Revolution, & Now Autonomous Driving Too? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD owners could soon see Tesla-like trip planning features

The Driven EV News

AUGUST 20, 2024

BYD owners could soon have access to a feature Tesla owners have enjoyed for years, making trip planning easier. The post BYD owners could soon see Tesla-like trip planning features appeared first on The Driven.

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BYD Is Leading The EV Revolution, & Now Autonomous Driving Too?

CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 31, 2024

BYD is adding autonomous driving technology to some of its latest offerings as it purses the self driving dream. The post BYD Is Leading The EV Revolution, & Now Autonomous Driving Too? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD SEAL U Awarded 5 Green Stars in Green NCAP Test

Electric Cars Report

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Green NCAP has tested the BYD SEAL U DM-i (PHEV), marking the third vehicle from the Chinese automaker to undergo the organization’s rigorous assessments.

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BYD Sea Lion specs reveal boost in top speed, outpacing BYD Seal

The Driven EV News

JANUARY 16, 2024

More details of BYD's larger ground-up electric SUV have come to the surface, including powertrain options. The post BYD Sea Lion specs reveal boost in top speed, outpacing BYD Seal appeared first on The Driven.

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BYD surges past Honda and Nissan’s sales for the first time, targets Ford with low-cost EVs

Electrek

AUGUST 23, 2024

China’s leading EV maker, BYD , sold more vehicles than Honda and Nissan for the first time in the second quarter. BYD is now the world’s seventh-largest automaker. With low-cost EVs hitting key global markets, BYD is quickly catching up to Ford.

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BYD to unleash 100,000 EVs globally with its new partner, Uber

Electrek

JULY 31, 2024

China’s BYD found a new partner to cut EV costs and fuel adoption. As part of a massive new multi-year alliance, BYD is set to launch 100,000 EVs on Uber’s platform globally.

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Uber and BYD team up for EVs and autonomous vehicles

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 1, 2024

Uber partnered with BYD for 100,000 EVs for the ride-hailing service The partnership could get BYD into the U.S.

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6 Months with a BYD Dolphin Premium

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 4, 2024

You can read about my own impressions of the BYD Dolphin here. continued] The post 6 Months with a BYD Dolphin Premium appeared first on CleanTechnica. By Kurt Conway, as told to David Waterworth (with any further notes from me in italics). Continuing our series of owner reviews.

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Uber and BYD announce massive 100,000 EV partnership

Teslarati

JULY 31, 2024

Uber and BYD have announced they will enter a massive partnership that they feel will accelerate the global transition to electric vehicles. Uber has become the global leader in ride-sharing, while BYD has sparred toe-to-toe with Tesla in terms of EV dominance. What are the benefits of this large-scale partnership?

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The $25,000 EV Is Here: BYD Yuan Up Announced in Colombia for $25,700

CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 1, 2024

Through the last days of July, a new arrival has been quietly transforming the EV landscape in Latin America: the BYD Yuan Up. continued] The post The $25,000 EV Is Here: BYD Yuan Up Announced in Colombia for $25,700 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD SEALION 06 Launched in Australia — Our Quick Review

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 24, 2024

As I write this, BYD is holding its EOFY “Festival BYD” one-day event. continued] The post BYD SEALION 06 Launched in Australia — Our Quick Review appeared first on CleanTechnica. I decided not to attend. Because it will be so busy that no one will have the time to answer my unending questions.

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BYD launches popular Dolphin, Seal, and Atto 3 EVs in Kenya with local Toyota dealer

Electrek

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

On Wednesday, BYD launched t hree of its top-selling EVs, the Dolphin, Seal, and Atto 3, in Kenya. BYD’s new partnership is another significant milestone as it takes on new markets. Kenya just got a new EV competitor. The electric vehicles will be sold by local dealer Loxea, which sells Toyota and other gas-powered models.

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BYD unveils new Seal 06GT electric hot hatch for just over $21,000

Electrek

AUGUST 30, 2024

BYD unveiled its sporty new electric hot hatch on Thursday at the Chengdu Auto Show. The new BYD Seal 06GT starts at just $21,150 (150,000 yuan), deeming it the industry’s first RWD electric performance hatchback.

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BYD Cruises Past Tesla to 1st Place in ABI Research’s Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Competitive Ranking

CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 30, 2024

A new competitive assessment by global technology intelligence firm ABI Research has found that BYD is the leading Electric Vehicle (EV) Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), just beating Tesla for the top spot. The assessment provides an in-depth and unbiased examination of the products offered by 18 OEMs across a wide range of criteria.

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BYD launches the new Han EV powered by its latest tech, starting at just $25,000

Electrek

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The new BYD Han flagship sedan has arrived. BYD launched the “Evolved” 2025 Han EV featuring its latest tech and a low starting price of just $25,300 (179,800 yuan).

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BYD overtakes Honda & Nissan as the 7th largest automaker

Teslarati

AUGUST 23, 2024

China’s BYD overtook Honda Motor and Nissan Motor in car sales between April and June 2024. Since beating the Japanese automakers, BYD has become the 7th largest automaker worldwide. BYD’s new vehicle sales grew 40% to 980,000 units in the second quarter. In June 2024 alone, it saw a 35% increase in sales.

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BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US, even with a 100% tariff

Electrek

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Even with the new 100% tariff on electric vehicles imported from China, BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US. According to a new report, BYD’s lowest-priced EV would still undercut all US automakers at under $25,000.

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BYD is recalling nearly 100,000 Dolphin and Yuan Plus models, two top-selling EVs in China

Electrek

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

BYD has issued a recall for nearly 100,000 Dolphin and Yuan Plus models, two of China’s top-selling EVs. The recall is due to a faulty steering control unit that could lead to a vehicle fire.

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BYD says it is on track to sell 100,000 “new energy” cars in Australia

The Driven EV News

AUGUST 5, 2024

BYD shares key milestone as it sets ambitious target to sell 100,000 cars in Australia by 2027. The post BYD says it is on track to sell 100,000 “new energy” cars in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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BYD launches Seal 06 GT: its first powerful electric hot hatch

The Driven EV News

AUGUST 30, 2024

With the success of electric hot hatches like the MG4 X-Power, BYD enters the race, revealing its own Seal 06 GT. The post BYD launches Seal 06 GT: its first powerful electric hot hatch appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla beats BYD to become world’s best selling BEV company in Q3

BYD considers investing in India

BYD delivers 100 of its K9UD electric transit buses to Uruguay

BYD and Hyundai team up to export cars

BYD Shark heading to Australia in October

BYD Partners With Loxea To Launch The ATTO 3, Dolphin, & Seal in Kenya

BYD raises its annual sales target: Morgan Stanley report

100 Electric Buses for Uruguay — Thanks, Build Your Dreams (BYD)

Is BYD Going To Become The Largest Automaker In The World?

BYD, Zeekr, & NIO Enter Pakistan, Japan, UAE

BYD Brings Its E-Vali Electric Delivery Van To Europe

BYD Smashes Sales Records In August As Other Chinese Companies Struggle

BYD Launches In Senegal, Starting With The ATTO 3

BYD Launches Its First Pickup Truck, BYD SHARK, In Mexico

BYD Closer to Becoming #1 Automaker in World Than I Thought

BYD sets new monthly global sales record, driven by plug-in hybrids

Tesla Scored A Win Against BYD

3 Months with the BYD Sea Lion 06 PHEV

BYD Unveils Xia Luxury MPV at Chengdu Motor Show

BYD to launch its first plug-in electric ute in Australia next month

BYD shatters Q3 and September sales records as growth streak continues

BYD is now the world’s largest automaker by R&D workforce after major hiring spree

BYD exec predicts solid-state EV batteries will hit the market sooner than expected

BYD Is Leading The EV Revolution, & Now Autonomous Driving Too?

BYD owners could soon see Tesla-like trip planning features

BYD Is Leading The EV Revolution, & Now Autonomous Driving Too?

BYD SEAL U Awarded 5 Green Stars in Green NCAP Test

BYD Sea Lion specs reveal boost in top speed, outpacing BYD Seal

BYD surges past Honda and Nissan’s sales for the first time, targets Ford with low-cost EVs

BYD to unleash 100,000 EVs globally with its new partner, Uber

Uber and BYD team up for EVs and autonomous vehicles

6 Months with a BYD Dolphin Premium

Uber and BYD announce massive 100,000 EV partnership

The $25,000 EV Is Here: BYD Yuan Up Announced in Colombia for $25,700

BYD SEALION 06 Launched in Australia — Our Quick Review

BYD launches popular Dolphin, Seal, and Atto 3 EVs in Kenya with local Toyota dealer

BYD unveils new Seal 06GT electric hot hatch for just over $21,000

BYD Cruises Past Tesla to 1st Place in ABI Research’s Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Competitive Ranking

BYD launches the new Han EV powered by its latest tech, starting at just $25,000

BYD overtakes Honda & Nissan as the 7th largest automaker

BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US, even with a 100% tariff

BYD is recalling nearly 100,000 Dolphin and Yuan Plus models, two top-selling EVs in China

BYD says it is on track to sell 100,000 “new energy” cars in Australia

BYD launches Seal 06 GT: its first powerful electric hot hatch

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