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BYD Exports 120K EVs in March as Gas Prices Fuel Demand
Planet WinsApr 2

BYD Exports 120K EVs in March as Gas Prices Fuel Demand

Chinese automaker BYD just shipped 120,000 electric vehicles overseas in March, a 65% jump from last year, as rising gas prices push drivers worldwide toward cleaner alternatives. Even Thailand's Prime Minister now drives a BYD electric SUV.

Electrek2 min read
BYD Covers Crash Costs When Self-Driving Is On
VideosJun 2

BYD Covers Crash Costs When Self-Driving Is On

Chinese automaker BYD is now taking full legal responsibility for accidents that happen while its driver-assist software is active. This industry-first move could change how people actually use autonomous driving technology.

CleanTechnica2 min read
BYD Pays for Self-Driving Crashes Tesla Won't Cover
InnovationJun 1

BYD Pays for Self-Driving Crashes Tesla Won't Cover

Chinese automaker BYD is doing something no car company has done before: paying for crashes when its self-driving system is at fault. It's a game-changing move that puts accountability where the technology lives.

Electrek2 min read
BYD Adds 5-Minute Charging to Its Bestselling EVs
InnovationApr 15

BYD Adds 5-Minute Charging to Its Bestselling EVs

Chinese automaker BYD is bringing its revolutionary 5-minute charging technology to one of its most popular electric vehicles worldwide. The upgrade could solve one of the biggest complaints drivers have about switching to electric cars.

Electrek2 min read
BYD Chargers Add 600 Miles in 5 Minutes
InnovationMar 21

BYD Chargers Add 600 Miles in 5 Minutes

Chinese automaker BYD just made electric vehicle charging as quick as grabbing coffee. Their new Flash Chargers can power EVs from nearly empty to 70 percent in just five minutes.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
BYD Adds Luxury Tech to $13K Electric Car
InnovationMay 11

BYD Adds Luxury Tech to $13K Electric Car

China's BYD just made advanced self-driving technology affordable for everyone by adding roof-mounted LiDAR to its tiny $13,400 Seagull electric car. The same tech usually costs tens of thousands more in premium vehicles.

Electrek2 min read
Singapore's BYD Tops 2025 Sales, Expands Hybrid Lineup
Planet WinsFeb 4

Singapore's BYD Tops 2025 Sales, Expands Hybrid Lineup

Electric vehicle maker BYD finished 2025 as Singapore's top-selling car brand, and now they're doubling down with hybrid models to reach even more drivers. The company plans to expand service centers across the island while introducing new technology and community events throughout 2026.

Regional: singapore breakthrough (SG)3 min read
BYD Covers All Crash Costs for Self-Driving Users in China
InnovationJun 1

BYD Covers All Crash Costs for Self-Driving Users in China

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD is so confident in its autonomous driving technology that it will pay for all damages if you crash while using it. The groundbreaking guarantee has no payout limit and won't raise your insurance premiums.

Engadget2 min read
BYD's $10,300 EV With LiDAR Redefines Affordable Driving
InnovationMay 12

BYD's $10,300 EV With LiDAR Redefines Affordable Driving

A new electric car just made advanced self-driving tech affordable for everyday buyers. BYD's 2026 Seagull brings LiDAR sensors and semi-autonomous features to a vehicle that costs less than many used cars.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
BYD's New EVs Charge to 70% in Just 5 Minutes
InnovationMar 14

BYD's New EVs Charge to 70% in Just 5 Minutes

Chinese carmaker BYD just unveiled electric vehicles that charge nearly as fast as pumping gas, reaching 70% battery in five minutes. The breakthrough technology could finally eliminate range anxiety and make EVs as convenient as traditional cars.

Ars Technica3 min read
BYD Electric Bus Sales Jump 54% Year Over Year
VideosFeb 6

BYD Electric Bus Sales Jump 54% Year Over Year

Chinese EV giant BYD just proved that electric commercial vehicles are quietly winning the climate fight. While passenger car sales slumped, their electric buses and trucks posted impressive growth that shows the future of clean transportation is already rolling.

CleanTechnica2 min read
BYD Hits 16 Million Electric Vehicles in Record Time
Planet WinsApr 17

BYD Hits 16 Million Electric Vehicles in Record Time

Chinese automaker BYD just built its 16 millionth electric vehicle, reaching the milestone in only 120 days after hitting 15 million. The company's rapid acceleration shows how quickly clean transportation is becoming the new normal worldwide.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
BYD's $27K Plug-In Hatchback Gets 621-Mile Range
InnovationMay 26

BYD's $27K Plug-In Hatchback Gets 621-Mile Range

Chinese automaker BYD just unveiled a game-changing compact car that travels over 620 miles on a single tank while costing less than most smartphones. The Dolphin G plug-in hybrid brings long-range electric driving to Europe at a price that could finally make sustainable transport accessible to millions.

Electrek2 min read
BYD Covers Every Cost When Its Self-Driving Cars Crash
InnovationJun 19

BYD Covers Every Cost When Its Self-Driving Cars Crash

Chinese automaker BYD is doing something no car company has ever done: paying for every single expense when its autonomous driving system causes an accident, with no limits and no fine print. The move could change how the entire industry handles self-driving technology.

Fast Company2 min read
BYD Tests Chargers That Fill EVs as Fast as Gas Tanks
InnovationMar 4

BYD Tests Chargers That Fill EVs as Fast as Gas Tanks

Chinese automaker BYD is testing charging stations that deliver 1,500 kW of power, potentially reducing electric vehicle charging times to match filling up a gas tank. The breakthrough technology could eliminate one of the biggest barriers keeping drivers from switching to electric cars.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
BYD SUV Earns World's First Anti-Motion Sickness Award
InnovationJul 1

BYD SUV Earns World's First Anti-Motion Sickness Award

Chinese automaker BYD just earned an official certification for making an SUV so smooth it prevents carsickness. The breakthrough could transform road trips for the millions who struggle with motion sickness.

Electrek2 min read
BYD's 5-Minute EV Chargers Launch in Europe and UK
InnovationJun 9

BYD's 5-Minute EV Chargers Launch in Europe and UK

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD just opened ultra-fast charging stations in Europe and the UK that can power up EVs in five minutes for less money than competitors. The breakthrough technology could make electric vehicles as convenient as gas cars while slashing charging costs.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
BYD and KFC Launch 9-Minute EV Charging at Drive-Thrus
InnovationApr 10

BYD and KFC Launch 9-Minute EV Charging at Drive-Thrus

Electric car drivers in China can now grab a meal and fully charge their vehicle in less time than a coffee break. BYD and KFC are rolling out drive-thru locations where your car charges while you eat.

Electrek2 min read
BYD's New $20K Electric Sedan Charges in Just 5 Minutes
InnovationApr 16

BYD's New $20K Electric Sedan Charges in Just 5 Minutes

Chinese automaker BYD just launched an electric car that charges from 10% to 70% in five minutes and costs under $20,000. The breakthrough could make electric vehicles faster to charge than gas cars are to fill up.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
BYD's New EV Charges in 5 Minutes, Drives 500 Miles
InnovationMar 13

BYD's New EV Charges in 5 Minutes, Drives 500 Miles

A luxury electric car that recharges faster than most people grab coffee is launching in Europe next month. BYD's Denza Z9 GT can add 300 miles of range in just five minutes.

Electrek2 min read

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