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BYD debuts DM-i PHEV technology and 1.5L Xiaoyun Engine; 43% BTE

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BYD launched its DM-i hybrid technology alongside the official announcement of the high efficiency version of the 1.5L After defining new performance standards for PHEVs with its DM-p technology, BYD is prioritizing ultra-efficient fuel consumption with the DM-i technology. Among these, the path for PHEVs shows immense potential.

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BYD wants to bring a Land Rover-style SUV that can ‘float on water’ to Europe

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Chinese EV behemoth BYD may bring two off-road electric SUVs sold in China to Europe that could rival the Land Rover Defender, the Mercedes G-Class, and Ford Bronco. BYD claims one can float on water for a full 30 minutes. million fully battery-electric vehicles , overtaking Tesla in overall BEV sales.

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BYD Han & Tang form reached one millionth supply milestone

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Lately, BYD introduced that the cumulative gross sales of its Han and Tang form exceeded 1 million devices. 542 refers to 0 – 100 km/h acceleration date inside 5 seconds, electrical four-wheel pressure, and gasoline intake beneath 2L/100km. This marked the start of BYD’s fresh power automobile advance.

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BYD To Build Only Electric Cars, End Production Of Gasoline Cars?

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Chinese automaker BYD, or ''Build Your Dreams'', could be on the verge of abandoning convenionally-fueled car production in favor of electric vehicles. Already known for electric vehicles like the e6 crossover, BYD is aiming for a "re-birth" plan to counter a recent slump in sales.

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BYD launches Qin plug-in hybrid in China

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BYD has officially launched its Qin plug-in hybrid in China; the performance-based hybrid car is intended to target key world markets. The Qin can be driven in pure electric mode for up to 70 km (44 miles). For long distance journeys the car uses its 1.5TID gasoline engine. BYD Qin Chinese market specs. 113 @ 5200.

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BYD and Hertz partnering on EV rentals in China

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BYD and The Hertz Corporation, the world’s largest general use car rental brand, announced a strategic partnership to promote new energy applications to propel the development of the EV markets in China. As part of the partnership, Hertz will rent BYD’s e6 electrical vehicle (EV) to Chinese consumers, municipalities and government agencies.

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BYD introduces new turbo-charged gasoline engine with dual-clutch transmission

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At the Shanghai Auto Show, BYD unveiled a turbo-charged, fuel stratified, direct-injection all-aluminum-alloy gasoline engine designed and manufactured entirely in China. BYD designed this 1.5-liter liter engine and has paired it with a 6-speed Tiptronic dual clutch transmission, calling the pair the BYD “Ti+DCT”.

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