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- Founded1995
- HeadquartersShenzhen, China
About the brand
BYD Company Limited was founded in 1995 in Shenzhen, China (started in rechargeable batteries; cars from 2003). The brand is a major global EV and plug-in hybrid maker; Blade Battery is its LFP cell design. Ocean, Dynasty, and Denza cover volume and premium lines in various markets.
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Chinese EVs Slip into Western Markets, Offering Used Models at 40% Off MSRPChinese EVs Slip into Western Markets, Offering Used Models at 40% Off MSRP
The rising cost of oil in Iran is pushing up the price of new cars worldwide, giving Chinese electric vehicles a competitive edge over Western legacy brands that are already lagging in technology and affordability. Western automakers have relied on…
BYD’s Luxury Denza Brand Confirms India Launch for November 13, 2026BYD’s Luxury Denza Brand Confirms India Launch for November 13, 2026
BYD is officially bringing its high-end luxury electric vehicle brand, Denza, to India on November 13, 2026. Originally established in 2010 as a 50:50 joint venture between BYD and Mercedes-Benz, Denza is now fully owned by BYD. The brand aims…
BYD Denza N8 Unveils Four Interior Color Options Before October 26 PresaleBYD Denza N8 Unveils Four Interior Color Options Before October 26 Presale
BYD’s premium brand Denza has announced that its all‑new electric SUV, the N8, will offer four distinct cabin colourways when it opens blind reservations in China on October 26, ahead of its November market launch. The five‑seat SUV features a…
BYD Yangwang’s 5.5-meter flagship limousine spied ahead of UAE debutBYD Yangwang’s 5.5-meter flagship limousine spied ahead of UAE debut
New spy photos from Autohome have revealed the front end of BYD Yangwang’s upcoming flagship sedan, carrying the internal codename HU, ahead of its planned debut in the United Arab Emirates. Yangwang Sales Division General Manager Hu Xiaoqing confirmed the…
China’s EV sales drop 13% in first half of 2026, tax breaks axed from 2027China’s EV sales drop 13% in first half of 2026, tax breaks axed from 2027
China’s electric-vehicle market contracted sharply in the first half of 2026, with battery-electric and plug-in hybrid sales falling 13% year-on-year to 4.73 million units. June alone saw 1.04 million new-energy passenger cars registered, a 7% decline versus June 2025. The…
VW may sell and even build Chinese cars in Europe — and its own CFO opposes the planVW may sell and even build Chinese cars in Europe — and its own CFO opposes the plan
Volkswagen is exploring a controversial plan to sell Chinese-developed models in Europe and potentially assemble them in German factories, a move its own chief financial officer opposes. The proposal, backed by CEO Oliver Blume, aims to fill idle German plants…
BYD’s 5-Minute Flash Charging Is Coming To Canada Before Its Cars AreBYD’s 5-Minute Flash Charging Is Coming To Canada Before Its Cars Are
BYD is introducing its 5-minute Flash Charging technology to Canada, even before its cars are available in the market. This quick charging system can add 250 miles of range in just 5 minutes, thanks to its 1,500 kW technology and…
BYD’s Denza Z Coupe Drops with Nearly 1,600 HP and 5,000 Pounds of WeightBYD’s Denza Z Coupe Drops with Nearly 1,600 HP and 5,000 Pounds of Weight
BYD’s premium Denza brand has unveiled the long-awaited Z Coupe, arriving just six weeks after the convertible variant’s debut. The hardcore fixed-roof version rolls out with a dramatic fixed rear wing and headline-grabbing power figures that underscore its performance ambitions.…
The Denza Z Boasts Up To 1,582 HP But Weighs As Much As A BMW X5The Denza Z Boasts Up To 1,582 HP But Weighs As Much As A BMW X5
The Denza Z, a two-door sports car from BYD's high-end Denza brand, has been revealed with impressive performance specifications. The car will be offered with two powertrain options, both featuring a trio of electric motors. The entry-level version will have…
BYD Chairman Aims to Overtake Toyota in Sales Within Five YearsBYD Chairman Aims to Overtake Toyota in Sales Within Five Years
BYD's chairman, Wang Chuanfu, has declared the company's ambition to become the world's largest automaker within five years, surpassing giants like Toyota and Volkswagen Group. This bold proclamation was made during the company's annual shareholder meeting in Shenzhen. A key…