BYD

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BYD is China's largest new energy vehicle (NEV) maker and one of the world's largest battery makers.
Founded: Feb 1995
Founder: Wang Chuanfu
Ticker: HKG: 1211
HQ: Shenzhen
2024 revenue: RMB 777.10 billion
Website: byd.com
  • Top automakers by China NEV exports in April: BYD 130,042 units, Chery 57,910

    BYD contributed 32.0% of China's NEV exports in April, while Tesla contributed 13.2%.

  • BYD to introduce Shark pickup to Fang Cheng Bao lineup in China this year

    BYD launched the Shark in Mexico in May 2024, a rare move for the company to debut a new model in an overseas market first.

  • BYD expands flash charging lineup with new Fang Cheng Bao off-road SUVs

    Fang Cheng Bao launched the flash charging editions of the Bao 8 and Bao 5, both equipped with the second-generation Blade Battery and flash charging technology.

  • BYD strikes strategic marine battery deal with Norway's Corvus Energy

    BYD and Corvus Energy will jointly develop high-rate marine LFP battery systems.

  • BYD in talks with Stellantis and other carmakers to take over underutilized European factories

    BYD prefers to operate the factories independently rather than through joint ventures.

  • Automakers' share in China's NEV market in April: BYD ranks first with 21.4%, Tesla falls out of top 10

    In the overall passenger car market, BYD ranked first in retail sales in April with a 13.2% share.

  • BYD to officially launch third-gen Yuan Plus with flash charging on May 21

    The Yuan Plus, known as the Atto 3 in overseas markets, is a key global model for BYD.

  • Top battery makers' April 2026 share in China: CATL 46.64%, BYD 16.83%

    CATL consolidated its position as China's largest power battery maker in April, with its share rising 1.1 percentage points from March.

  • BYD launches paid screen upgrade service as China EV price war squeezes profits

    The service covers multiple best-selling models including the Qin, Song, and Seal series.

  • BYD launches 2026 Seagull, bringing LiDAR to micro EVs

    The 2026 BYD Seagull starts at 69,900 yuan ($10,290), while the LiDAR-equipped version starts at 90,900 yuan.