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
  • BYD expands promotion to cover Song Pro DM-i, Qin Plus EV

    BYD has expanded its year-end promotion to cover the Dynasty series' Song Pro DM-i, Qin Plus EV, after starting promotions for some models in the Ocean series two days ago.

  • BYD Denza launches 2025 D9 MPV in update of its most important model

    The 2025 D9 starts at the same RMB 339,800 ($46,560) price as the 2024 model launched in March, but with upgraded features.

  • BYD sets up dedicated lab to develop humanoid robots, report says

    BYD has set up a dedicated team for the development of embodied artificial intelligence products, including humanoid robots, according to local media.

  • BYD offers free car insurance for Ocean lineup in year-end sales push

    BYD is offering free vehicle insurance worth up to RMB 5,000 ($690) on a number of Ocean lineup models, ramping up promotions ahead of the Chinese New Year.

  • BYD offers 11.5% limited-time discount on Sealion 05 DM-i in China

    The Sealion 05 DM-i has a discounted starting price of RMB 99,800 ($13,670) as BYD looks to capitalize on the peak sales season ahead of the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday.

  • BYD enters Ethiopia with local launch of 5 models

    BYD has made inroads into 13 countries and regions in Africa so far.

  • BYD selects 6 dealers in South Korea for planned Jan market entry

    BYD Korea said it has completed the selection of six dealer partners before launching its domestic operations in South Korea in January.

  • BYD enters Estonia, local deliveries to start in early 2025

    The first two BYD stores opened in Estonia and began pre-sales of four BYD NEV models.

  • BYD reportedly sets up new R&D team to ramp up AI investment

    BYD has set up an advanced technology research and development center that now has about 500 people, ramping up its investment in AI and large models.

  • BYD's largest production base has made over 1 million cars this year

    BYD's Xi'an plant has four assembly lines in production at the same time, with output reaching 4,000 to 4,400 vehicles per day.