Geely targets top domestic sales in China by 2026
Geely has set a target to become China’s top-selling automotive brand by 2026 and has reported robust 2025 results, including revenue growth, rising profits and expanded cash reserves, as it has pursued domestic market share and has accelerated international expansion.
BYD to deploy 1,500 kW Flash Charging 2.0 network in Europe
BYD has announced plans to deploy a 1,500 kW Flash Charging 2.0 network in Europe within weeks and has indicated initial service will support Blade Battery‑equipped Denza Z9 GTs; compatibility and claimed recharge speeds have yet to be validated.
BYD launches Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging network
BYD has launched Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging 2.0 and has seen increased consumer interest across China. The company has committed to deploy 20,000 high‑power stations by end‑2026 and has reported faster all‑temperature charging performance.
BYD Seal 06 wagon filing shows 210 km WLTC range
Regulatory filings have revealed a BYD Seal 06 wagon with a 34.275 kWh battery and a 210 km WLTC electric range, pairing a 74 kW petrol engine with a 175 kW motor and optional roof‑mounted lidar and sensor suites.
BYD Brazil plant secures 100,000 export orders
BYD has secured 100,000 export orders from Argentina and Mexico for its Brazil plant, which has commenced production, has outlined plans to expand capacity and has announced a BRL 300m research centre investment.
BYD updates Denza N9 and N8L with 75.3 kWh battery
BYD has updated the Denza N9 and N8L with a 75.264 kWh LFP battery, which has increased electric range by about 40% to 315-320 km; vehicle curb weights have consequently risen above 3,100 kg.
BYD launches Ti3 Flash Charging Edition
BYD has launched the Ti3 Flash Charging Edition, has been offered in rear‑ and four‑wheel variants, has been fitted with flash charging that has enabled 10–70% charge in about five minutes, and has been priced from 153,800 yuan.
BYD considers Canada plant and automaker purchase
BYD has assessed building a wholly owned manufacturing plant in Canada, has signalled openness to acquiring a legacy automaker, and has advanced vertical integration in battery and charging technologies to support overseas growth targets and address recent sales declines.
BYD Joins IATF AISBL as Voting Member
BYD has joined the IATF AISBL as a voting member and has been granted participation in developing global automotive quality standards; it has secured AIAG recommendation and has mandated IATF 16949 certification for its suppliers.
BYD launches 1,500 kW flash charger and 450-mile battery
BYD has unveiled a Blade Battery 2.0 and a 1,500 kW 'flash' charger, which it has said can recharge a battery from 10% to 70% in five minutes and which it has begun to deploy across models and public sites.
BYD in talks over Formula 1 entry
BYD has held talks to enter Formula 1 to raise global brand awareness and has explored using Yangwang technology; it has ceased ICE-only production, has reportedly eyed the World Endurance Championship, and F1 has introduced 2026 rules increasing electric power.
BYD unveils ultra-fast EV charging technology
BYD has unveiled Flash Charging technology and two models featuring the Super e‑Platform, which have been assessed to add around 400 kilometres in about five minutes and have been shown to support up to 1,000 kW charging under optimal conditions.
BYD Linghui e7 to support 1,500 kW flash charging
BYD has confirmed the Linghui e7 has adopted 1,500 kW flash charging and has enabled 10–97% charging in nine minutes; the vehicle has been positioned for taxi fleets while BYD has expanded its national flash-charging network.
BYD Blade 2.0: Short and Long Blade Formats
BYD has launched the Blade 2.0 battery family, introduced a Short Blade high‑power cell (8C flash charging) and a Long Blade high‑energy cell (up to 210 Wh/kg), and has paired them with CTB 2.0 and has planned 20,000 flash chargers.
BYD launches Seal 07 with second-generation Blade Battery
BYD has launched the Seal 07, a mid-size EV with its second-generation Blade Battery and a 69 kWh pack rated at 705 km CLTC. It has priced the model at 169,900–189,900 yuan and has scheduled late-March deliveries.
BYD to deploy 1,500 kW flash charging globally by 2026
BYD has announced deployment of a 1,500 kW flash-charging network internationally by end-2026, has set a domestic target of 20,000 stations and has aligned the rollout with overseas production in Thailand, Brazil and Hungary.
BYD unveils Ti3 and Ti7 with megawatt flash charging
BYD has unveiled updated Ti3 and Ti7 crossovers fitted with the second-generation Blade Battery and Robosense LiDAR; the company has reported the Ti7 has achieved up to 755 km range and a 10–97% charge in about nine minutes.
BYD updates Sealion 06 with up to 710 km range
BYD has launched a refreshed Sealion 06 with four variants, updated powertrains offering up to 710 km CLTC range, flash charging, upgraded interior features and optional roof-mounted lidar for enhanced assisted-driving capability.
BYD unveils Blade battery with five-minute charge time
BYD has announced a second-generation Blade battery and Flash Charging system that has achieved 10–70% charge in five minutes and has reported support for up to 1,500 kW; it has begun rolling out flash charging sites in China.
BYD unveils Seal 08 sedan with 1,000 km range target
BYD has unveiled the Seal 08 mid-to-large-sized sedan, has integrated Blade Battery 2.0 with an 800V platform and megawatt flash charging, has targeted a 1,000 km range and has announced an expected market launch in the second quarter.
Structural advantages give Chinese EV makers a cost edge
Rhodium Group's report has found that structural efficiencies — notably vertical integration, greater scale and lower overheads — have given Chinese electric-vehicle manufacturers a cost advantage that has outweighed direct state subsidies, affecting competitiveness of Western manufacturers.
BYD Song Ultra EV priced from ¥155,000 in China
BYD has begun presales of the Song Ultra EV in China, has listed a starting price of ¥155,000 and has offered the model with a 270 kW motor, a claimed 710 km range, 70% five‑minute charging and optional LiDAR.
BYD unveils Blade Battery 2.0 and flash charging
BYD has unveiled a second-generation Blade Battery and megawatt flash charging system, claiming rapid charge rates, higher energy density and improved cold-weather performance. It has announced plans to deploy 20,000 flash charging stations, primarily as 'stations-within-a-station'.
BYD sales fall as Chinese EV rivals gain market share
BYD has reported a roughly 36% fall in combined January and February sales, while competitors have recorded significant year-on-year gains; BYD has also seen exports surpass domestic sales as policy changes have reduced domestic demand.
BYD files to export EVs to Canada under 6.1% tariff
Canada has established an import quota permitting Chinese-made electric vehicles to enter at the MFN tariff rate of 6.1%, and BYD has registered Shenzhen and Xi’an-made models for potential export; permits have been announced as first-come, first-served.
BYD Yangwang U7 to feature second-generation Blade Battery
BYD has announced the Yangwang U7 as the first vehicle to feature its second-generation Blade Battery and has reported a 1,006 kilometres CLTC range with a quad-motor layout and upgraded charging and thermal management.
BYD Atto 3 survives Jerusalem rocket blast
A BYD Atto 3 has survived a near-range ballistic missile impact in Jerusalem; five occupants have been found inside, three have been injured, and the vehicle's cabin and battery systems have shown no signs of fire or thermal runaway.
BYD to deploy 1MW EV chargers across Europe
BYD has announced plans to deploy over 3,000 1 MW ultra-fast chargers across Europe by end-2026 and has outlined initial site locations; the rollout has been described as requiring substantial grid capacity and carefully engineered installations.
BYD confirms 5 March technology launch and EV range
BYD has announced a 5 March technology launch that has unveiled the Seal 07, has initiated pre-sales for the Song Ultra and updated Denza models, and has introduced second-generation Blade Battery and Flash Charging infrastructure.
BYD trials 1,500 kW flash charging in Shenzhen
BYD has been testing a 1,500 kW flash-charging system in Shenzhen, has restricted trials to compatible models, has launched an app and has displayed 1.3 yuan/kWh pricing while indicating plans for a nationwide network of thousands.
BYD readies Flash Charging app as 1,500 kW network rolls out
BYD has launched a Flash Charging app and has begun deploying megawatt-class chargers, has disclosed hardware rated to 1,500 kW, and has outlined plans for over 4,000 self-operated stations and a 15,000-station partner network.
BYD to unveil Blade 2.0 and megawatt charging
BYD has scheduled a 5 March technology event that has been reported to feature second-generation Blade Battery, megawatt 1,500 kW charging, DM 6.0 hybrid system and God's Eye 5.0 ADAS, alongside production updates and charging network plans.
Chinese manufacturers lead global EV market
Chinese automakers have established leadership in electric vehicles, with BYD having overtaken Tesla in 2025 and China having exported 7.1 million vehicles; domestic sales and exports have increased and Chinese-made models have risen in markets including Australia.
US EV Pullback Boosts China's Auto Market Influence
US automakers have scaled back EV investment while Chinese manufacturers have expanded exports and market share, prompting concerns about competitive displacement, tariffs and strategic recalibration as legacy producers have recorded substantial EV-related write-downs.
BYD posts near two-year low in domestic January sales
China's EV market has cooled as BYD has reported its lowest domestic monthly battery-electric sales in nearly two years amid weaker demand, policy changes reinstating a purchase tax and intensifying domestic competition.
BYD trials connected cars for NZ digital road charging
BYD has begun trials linking connected vehicles to New Zealand’s digital Road User Charging system, and has partnered with Compass IoT, with NZTA support, to transmit in-vehicle telematics for mileage reporting, compliance and fleet management.
BYD explores local EV assembly in India
BYD has been evaluating semi‑knocked‑down assembly in India to mitigate import caps and tariffs, secure wider model availability and scale supply, after deliveries have risen sharply and import quotas have constrained growth.
BYD targets 1.3 million international sales for 2026
BYD has set a 2026 international sales target of 1.3 million vehicles and has projected 24% growth versus 2025; it has expanded exports, increased market share in Australia, and has produced its 15 millionth new-energy vehicle.
BYD confirms Seal 08 sedan and Sealion 08 SUV for Q1 2026
BYD confirmed Seal 08 sedan and Sealion 08 SUV as Ocean 8 flagships, scheduled to launch in China in Q1 2026; pricing, specifications and technical details remain undisclosed.
Ford negotiates battery supply with BYD
Ford is negotiating with BYD to source batteries for hybrid models; terms, logistics and manufacturing locations remain under discussion as Ford rebalances electric-vehicle and hybrid strategies.
BYD to unveil Tang 9 SUV and Han 9 sedan in H1 2026
BYD will unveil Tang 9 and Han 9 in H1 2026; both offer BEV and PHEV, 800V architecture, lidar-equipped ADAS; Han and Tang sales total 1.93m as of Nov 2025.
BYD Seal 05 PHEV updated with 26.6 kWh battery
Chinese certification shows BYD's revised Seal 05 PHEV with refreshed styling, 26.6 kWh battery (151–155 km electric), extended 2770 mm wheelbase and retained 1.5‑litre hybrid powertrain.
BYD unveils 2026 Song Pro DM-i long-range PHEV
BYD launched the 2026 Song Pro DM‑i long‑range PHEV in China, offering 220 km CLTC electric range from a 26.6 kWh LFP battery; prices start at ¥122,800 (¥119,800 after subsidy).
BYD launches Linghui sub-brand for ride-hailing models
BYD has filed for a Linghui sub-brand to rebrand models used in ride-hailing, separating fleet variants from core products to protect private-market sales.
BYD Song Ultra all-electric SUV launched
BYD has introduced the Song Ultra all-electric SUV with a 270 kW (362 hp) motor, Blade battery, 210 km/h top speed, larger dimensions and 1,990–2,050 kg curb weight.
