BYD Auto
Chinese automobile manufacturer
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| 2025 | BYD expanded its lineup with multiple new models including the e7 BEV mid-size sedan, Seal 05 PHEV compact sedan, Seal 06 EV BEV mid-size sedan, and Sealion 06 PHEV and EV mid-size crossover SUVs. |
| 2025 | BYD Auto planned the introduction of the Yangwang U8L, an extended version of their luxury SUV model. |
| 2025 | BYD planned further model introductions including the e7 BEV mid-size sedan, Seal 06 EV, Sealion 05 EV, Sealion 07 EV, Han L and Han L EV full-size sedans, and Tang L models in both PHEV and EV variants. |
| 2025 | BYD plans to launch the e7 BEV mid-size sedan, Seal 06 models, Sealion 07 models, Tang L models, and the M6/eMax 7 BEV three-row compact MPV for international markets. |
| April 7 2025 | BYD launches the M6 (marketed as eMax 7) in the Philippines, introducing two variants: Standard (55.4 kWh) and Superior Captain (71.8 kWh), available in both 7-seater and 6-seater configurations. |
| April 4 2025 | BYD Shark 6 commenced sales in South Africa, launching in its Premium variant and becoming the most powerful pick-up truck available in the market at that time. |
| April 4 2025 | BYD Sealion 7 was launched in South Africa alongside the Shark 6 and Sealion 6 models, with two available variants: Premium RWD and Performance AWD. |
| 2025 | BYD Auto introduced the B5, a PHEV mid-size SUV rebadged from Fangchengbao Bao 5. |
| 2025 | BYD Auto launched the B8, a PHEV full-size SUV rebadged from Fangchengbao Bao 8. |
| 2025 | BYD plans to launch several new models including the Han L PHEV and EV full-size sedans, Qin L PHEV and EV mid-size sedans, Sealion 05 EV compact crossover SUV, and Tang L PHEV and EV mid-size crossover SUVs. |
| 2025 | BYD Auto planned to release the Tai 3, a battery electric vehicle (BEV) compact SUV, further diversifying their electric vehicle portfolio. |
| 2025 | BYD began phasing out warship-named vehicle models, merging them into the Sealion and Seal nameplates. |
| 2025 | BYD scheduled the launch of the Seal 06 PHEV mid-size sedan, Sealion 07 PHEV mid-size crossover SUV, and the Xia PHEV MPV/minivan, continuing to expand their Dynasty and Ocean series vehicle lineups. |
| March 2025 | BYD Atto 3 was introduced in the Pakistani automotive market by Mega Motors, with initial vehicle deliveries commencing. |
| 2025 | BYD scheduled the launch of the Han L PHEV and EV full-size sedans, Seal 05 PHEV compact sedan, Sealion 05 EV and Sealion 07 PHEV/EV crossover SUVs, Qin L EV mid-size sedan, and the Xia PHEV MPV/minivan. |
| 2025 | BYD Auto launches the Xia, a plug-in hybrid minivan named after the Xia dynasty, as part of BYD's Dynasty Series of vehicles sold through Dynasty Network dealerships. |
| March 2025 | The Ultra variant with a 60.4 kWh battery was added to the Atto 3 lineup in Malaysia. |
| 2025 | The smaller BYD Yuan Up model is introduced and marketed globally as the Atto 2, expanding BYD's electric SUV lineup. |
| 2025 | BYD plans to expand operations in El Salvador to San Miguel and Santa Ana. |
| March 2025 | BYD Seal won the Japan EV of the Year 2024 award. |
| March 7 2025 | BYD Shark 6 launched in the Philippines, available in Advanced and Premium trim levels. |
| 2025 | BYD plans to introduce the Sealion 07 PHEV mid-size crossover SUV, Seal 05 DM-i PHEV compact sedan, Xia PHEV MPV/minivan, and Tang L PHEV mid-size crossover SUV, continuing to expand their electric and hybrid vehicle portfolio. |
| February 2025 | BYD Sealion 05 DM-i received a facelift, featuring a revised front end design and an upgraded advanced driver assistance system called God's Eye C and DiPilot 100. The new system incorporates 12 cameras, 5 radars, 12 ultrasonic sensors, and an Nvidia chip, six months after its initial release. |
| February 2025 | BYD plans to gradually release software functions for the Xia's 5R12V DiPilot 100 advanced driver assistance system. |
| February 2025 | BYD introduced the Qin L EV, a new electric vehicle built on the e-Platform 3.0 Evo with a rear-wheel-drive layout and distinct styling, differentiating it from the Qin L DM-i model. |
| February 2025 | BYD introduced a facelift for the Dolphin, featuring a new front and rear design, with the vehicle length increased to 4,280 mm (168.5 in). |
| February 19 2025 | BYD Sealion 7 launched in New Zealand with two variants: Premium and Performance. |
| February 17 2025 | BYD Sealion 7 was officially launched in India with two variants: Premium RWD and Performance AWD, marking its entry into the Indian automotive market. |
| February 13 2025 | BYD Sealion 7 was launched in Indonesia at the 32nd Indonesia International Motor Show, introducing two variants: Premium RWD and Performance AWD. |
| February 12 2025 | BYD Sealion 7 was launched in Australia with two variants: Premium RWD and Performance AWD, marking its entry into the Australian automotive market. |
| February 10 2025 | BYD introduced Smart Driving Edition versions across 21 models, featuring enhanced advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) called God's Eye, with prices starting at 100,000 yuan. |
| February 2025 | BYD Energy Storage announced a contract with Saudi Electricity Company to provide 12.5 GWh of energy storage. |
| January 2025 | BYD delivered 10,003 units of the Xia in its debut month, marking a significant initial market introduction for the new vehicle model. |
| January 2025 | The Dynamic trim was replaced by the Essential trim as the new entry-level variant for the BYD Dolphin in the Australian market. |
| January 2025 | Locally assembled BYD Atto 3 went on sale in Thailand at a lower price, with the Extended Range model featuring new 18-inch alloy wheels. |
| January 2025 | BYD launched the Atto 3 in South Korea, marking the company's first model introduction in the Korean automotive market. |
| January 2025 | BYD rolled out the 2025 model year Atto 3 for global markets, featuring a new wheel design, additional interior color scheme options, and in Australia, an increased maximum unbraked towing capacity. |
| January 13 2025 | BYD Sealion 7 was officially launched in Singapore, introducing two vehicle variants: Premium RWD and Performance AWD models. |
| January 2025 | Introduction of the entry-level Essential variant of the BYD Song Plus. The base Dynamic model was discontinued, leaving only Essential and Premium variants in the lineup. |
| January 2025 | Advanced RWD variant added to the Philippines market lineup. |
| 2024 | BYD Song L DM-i achieved sales of 109,194 units in China, indicating significant market performance for this plug-in hybrid electric vehicle model. |
| 2024 | BYD continued to expand its vehicle lineup with new models including the Seal 06, Seal 06 GT, Sealion 05, Sealion 06, Yuan Up/Pro, and Xia PHEV MPV/minivan across various series and vehicle types. |
| 2024 | A new BYD BC12A05 (marketed as B12DS) electric double-deck 3-door 2-staircase bus made its debut at the Singapore International Transport Congress & Exhibition (SITCE), specially designed for the Singapore market with bodywork by Zhuhai Guangtong Vehicle Manufacture. |
| 2024 | First-generation BYD e6 fleet was phased out after five years of service in the third quarter, and replaced by the second-generation e6 model. |
| 2024 | BYD achieved total global sales of 4,272,145 vehicles, a 41.3% increase from 2023, becoming the seventh-largest automaker globally and maintaining market leadership in China with a 16.2% overall and 34.1% new energy vehicle market share. |
| 2024 | BYD introduced the Yuan Up/Pro BEV subcompact crossover SUV, updated the Han lineup with a facelift, and announced upcoming models like the Seal 06 PHEV mid-size sedan, Xia PHEV MPV, and Shark PHEV pickup truck. |
| 2024 | An upgraded model launched with a 45.12 kWh LFP blade battery, TZ200XSW PMSM motor, improved range of 401 km, and faster 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 12.9 seconds. |
| 2024 | BYD Auto launched the Bao 8, a PHEV full-size SUV, expanding their SUV range with a larger model. |
| 2024 | BYD Seal 07 DM-i projected to increase sales to 65,000 units in China |
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