BYD Hits Historic 15 Million Vehicle Milestone – What It Means for Kiwi EV Enthusiasts
The Chinese EV giant just rolled its 15 millionth new energy vehicle off the production line, this success story offers a glimpse of what’s coming for New Zealand BYD has officially produced its 15 millionth new energy vehicle at its Jinan, China production facility. The milestone vehicle? A flagship DENZA N8L luxury SUV, a nameplate […]
BYD’s Biofuel Bruiser – its Super Hybrid Tech Can Now Run on Ethanol
BYD, the brand that has been setting a blistering pace in the new-energy vehicle (NEV) space, has just pulled another rabbit out of the hat. In a move that solidifies its reputation for relentless innovation, the world’s leading NEV manufacturer has unveiled a world-first, a Super Hybrid system that runs on biofuel. This revolutionary powertrain, […]
YANGWANG U9 Annihilates EV Speed Record, Clocking a Staggering 472 km/h
The electric hypercar world has a new king, and it comes from a brand you need to know. Move over, everyone else—BYD’s high-end sub-brand, YANGWANG, has just set a blistering new top-speed record for a production electric vehicle, pushing its U9 Track Edition supercar to an incredible 472.41 km/h. This isn’t just creeping past the […]
Inter Milan Players to Swap Supercars for SEALIONs? A score for BYD
In the ever-spinning carousel of sports sponsorships, where logos on jerseys change almost as often as the weather, a new player has just subbed onto the field. Chinese electric vehicle titan BYD Group has officially become the Global Automotive Partner for one of Italy’s most storied football clubs, FC Internazionale Milano. And no, that’s not […]
BYD Celebrates A Million Little Seagulls or Surfs
In the time it takes most of us to successfully keep a houseplant alive, BYD has managed to build and sell one million examples of its compact electric superstar, the DOLPHIN SURF (aka Seagull). Yes, you read that correctly. One. Million. Rolled out from its home factory in Xi’an, China, this plucky little EV hit […]
BYD Hungary for European success
In a move more dramatic than a Hungarian operetta and almost as electrifying as the vehicles it makes, BYD—the world’s leading new-energy vehicle manufacturer—has set its European compass firmly on Budapest. BYD has announced it would base its European empire (technically: its business headquarters and new R&D centre) in Hungary’s capital, a city already boasting […]
BYD: The Five-Minute Battery Revolution
The world of electric vehicles is abuzz, and for once, it’s not Elon Musk steering the headlines. BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) juggernaut, has charged into the limelight—quite literally—with a groundbreaking technology that promises to demystify the concept of waiting for EV batteries to charge. Imagine adding 400 kilometres (249 miles) of range in […]
You watt? 7 shocking truths about EVs
A Look at Myths (and Misconceptions) that surround EVs Electric vehicles (EVs) are the future, but let’s face it, some people think they’re as mysterious and bewildering as UFOs. With a range of myths sparking confusion, BYD’s Steve Beattie isn’t just here to sell EVs; he’s here to clear the fog and let us laugh […]
Wagons roll for BYD
It looks like BYD is preparing to unleash its first-ever wagon, marking a bold step into territory traditionally dominated by European manufacturers. Spy shots recently emerged showing a mysterious longroof silhouette being transported through China, with the vehicle’s elegant proportions suggesting BYD means business in the premium wagon segment . Industry insiders suggest this isn’t […]
When will the BYD Atto 2 arrive in NZ?
Looking for a budget-friendly electric SUV that doesn’t skimp on space or style? Say hello to the BYD Atto 2. With a starting price of around £25,000, the Atto 2 is poised to challenge rivals like the Vauxhall Frontera and MG ZS EV successor, bringing affordability and practicality to the burgeoning EV market. But when […]