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Concept vehicles presented at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show highlight a wide range of design and technology directions, with both domestic and joint-venture brands showcasing experimental and pre-production models. Expanding design boundaries The AvatrVision Xpectra concept measures approximately 5.8 meters in length and features pillarless coach doors and a full-length glass roof extending from front to rear. The model integrates lidar sensors into the front bumper. It uses a silicon carbi

The 2026 BYD Seagull (known as the Dolphin Mini or Dolphin Surf in overseas markets) made its debut at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, showcasing two major highlights alongside several detail refinements. Key upgrades The most significant improvements include a maximum range increase from 405km to 505km under CLTC standards, and the availability of an optional LiDAR system. The LiDAR-equipped variant will feature BYD’s “God’s Eye B” driver assistance system. Exterior changes While th

Today, BYD officially announced the market launch of the 2026 Seagull (known as the Dolphin Mini or Dolphin Surf in overseas markets). This model made its debut at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. The updated model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from 69,900 yuan (10,300 USD) to 85,900 yuan (12,600 USD). The most notable highlight is the introduction of the optional “God’s Eye B” intelligent driving assistance system (DiPilot 300), which includes Lidar. When equipped with this

The all-new BYD Atto 3 crossover was revealed at the Beijing Auto Show 2026 with a peak power of 240 kW (326 hp) and up to 630 km of range. It adopts the LiDAR-based DiPilot 300 assisted driving system, a continuous damping system, and flash charging technology. This car is known in China by its domestic name Yuan Plus. BYD Atto 3 (Yuan Plus) sales in China. Credit: China EV DataTracker BYD positions the new Atto 3 as the third-generation model. It aims to boost the model’s domestic sales

The 2026 Beijing Auto Show closed on May 3 after a 10-day run, attracting 1.28 million visitors and setting new global records for exhibition scale and attendance, according to official data. Held under the theme “Driving the Era, Smart Future,” the event was staged across the China International Exhibition Centre (Shunyi) and the Capital International Exhibition Centre. The dual-venue format covered 380,000 square meters and 17 halls, marking the largest footprint recorded for any auto show

China’s largest battery industry exhibition, the China International Battery Fair (CIBF 2026), opened in Shenzhen with packed booths from CATL, BYD, and hundreds of supply chain companies. But the most important developments at the event were not necessarily the flagship battery cells displayed by the industry’s biggest names. Instead, the strongest technical and commercial momentum came from deeper inside the supply chain, where equipment makers, electrolyte specialists, and mid-tier batter

Car Inc., one of China’s largest auto rental providers, has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with BYD regarding the purchase of 100,000 of the firm’s cars. The joint declaration also aims to establish BYD’s Flash Charging stations at Car Inc.’s retail locations, building up to what the two parties call the “Flash Charging China Strategy”. BYD has previously partnered with Car Inc., providing the rental firm with 3,000 Qin Plus DM-i plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sedans as part of a pilot scheme in ear

Chinese automakers are rapidly expanding the capabilities of fully active suspension systems, with new SUVs from BYD, Huawei-backed Aito, and Li Auto demonstrating “three-wheel driving” functions that allow vehicles to continue moving after lifting one wheel off the ground. The latest example is the Denza B8 (Fang Cheng Bao Bao 8) Flash Charge Edition from BYD, which debuted with the company’s new DiSus-P Ultra suspension system. During a media demonstration at BYD’s off-road proving ground,

BYD asked net users to choose the name of its upcoming flagship sedan, allegedly called Great Han. The Dynasty Network’s GM Lu Tian posted six name variants for the new model. It will enter the domestic market as a BEV with over 1,000 km of range under CLTC conditions and flash charging capability. BYD has recently kicked off pre-sales of the Great Tang (Datang) full-size SUV with a 1000V high-voltage system and a starting price of 250,000 yuan (36,930 USD). This vehicle appeared as a massiv

The new BYD Atto 3, known in China as the Yuan Plus, has begun arriving at dealerships ahead of its official launch on May 21, as we reported, now confirmed by Autohome. The model made its first public appearance at the Beijing Auto Show and is now entering the pre-launch showroom display phase across selected locations in China. Narrowing cost gap The New Atto 3 introduces BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery system, paired with the brand’s flash charging technology, both of which are

As the new energy vehicle (NEV) market penetration surpasses 60%, the battle for dominance has shifted toward battery performance. At the centre of this shift is BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery and its “Flash Charge” technology. In a recent in-depth interview with 36kr Auto, Sun Huajun, CTO of BYD’s battery division, addressed industry scepticism and outlined the company’s vision for the future of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) technology. Breaking the 9-minute barrier BYD’s second-g

A livestream teardown of BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery drew widespread attention in China after a team of automotive bloggers spent roughly six to eight hours dismantling a battery pack using power tools, including angle grinders, pry bars, electric saws, and hammers. The livestream followed earlier online discussions surrounding BYD’s flash-charging battery technology and battery temperatures during high-speed charging tests. Debates were triggered by the livestream testing of the c

An owner of BYD sub-brand Denza‘s Z9 GT revealed that the EV’s replacement battery costs only 78,700 yuan (~11,600 USD), after a collision necessitated replacing the Blade Battery 2.0 LFP pack. The quoted price was for a 122.5 kWh pack, available on top Z9 GT EV trims. The recently refreshed grand tourer is available in PHEV and EV trims, and retail pricing ranges from 269,800 to 369,800 yuan (39,600 to 54,300 USD). The maximum CLTC EV range is rated at 1036 km. The Z9 GT is compatible with

A Chinese automotive teardown team behind the widely discussed dismantling of BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery pack has released a detailed follow-up explanation addressing criticism of its testing methods and disclosing additional technical observations from the teardown. The livestream teardown attracted attention after the battery pack endured grinding, cutting, hammering, and prolonged disassembly without catching fire or exploding. The teardown team has now published a longer techn

Chinese automaker BYD said the Great Tang has exceeded 100,000 pre-sale orders, less than two weeks after pre-sales opened at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. The full-size electric SUV started pre-sales at 250,000 yuan (36,700 USD), with higher trims priced up to 320,000 yuan (47,000 USD). The order figure was disclosed on May 7 by Lu Tian, general manager of BYD Dynasty Network’s sales division. The executive said the vehicle had reached 100,000 pre-sale orders on the same day. Order growth

Chinese EV giant BYD has officially confirmed that it is developing humanoid robots, marking the company’s most direct public statement yet on its ambitions beyond automobiles, according to First Financial. BYD Executive Vice President Li Ke said the company is already working on humanoid robots and believes the key competitive factors in the sector will be manufacturing, software, and hardware capabilities. She added that automotive AI and robotics share common technological foundations

A newly disclosed integrated powertrain architecture from BYD has entered series production on the 2026 Denza D9, introducing a redesigned exhaust and chassis layout as part of the company’s next-stage plug-in hybrid development. BYD’s “Heyuan” platform centres on relocating the exhaust silencer from the rear of the vehicle to the front engine bay, integrating it with other powertrain components. This contrasts with conventional layouts, in which exhaust systems occupy the rear underbody sp

The BYD Dolphin G DM-i plug-in hybrid hatchback broke cover as a model designed for the European market. Its prices will be revealed in June, with deliveries scheduled for the fall of 2026. The new Dolphin G DM-i has a combined range of 1,000 km. The new BYD Dolphin G DM-i adopts a unique design language with thin headlights, an active air intake, and two airflows in the front bumper. Other features of this hatchback include blackened rims, semi-hidden door handles, and darkened D-pillars th

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology revealed new filing images and specifications for the BYD Sealion 08, showing both battery electric and plug-in hybrid variants of BYD’s upcoming Ocean series flagship SUV. The Sealion 08 was previously shown at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show and had already appeared in earlier leaks. The latest filing adds detailed powertrain and range information, including a CLTC-rated maximum range of 900 km for the battery electric version. Flagship Ocea

BYD has filed a new patent for a composite solid electrolyte membrane used in solid-state batteries, adding to a broader wave of sulfide solid-state battery development across China’s battery industry, reported by Sina. According to patent filing CN121983643A published by China’s National Intellectual Property Administration, the patent covers a “composite solid electrolyte membrane and its preparation method, solid-state battery, battery pack and electrical device.” BYD solid-state batt

A livestream test of BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery recorded a difference between localised temperature measurements and battery management system (BMS) readings during megawatt flash charging, alongside separate technical comments from BYD’s battery CTO regarding thermal design limits in high-temperature operation. The test, conducted under ambient conditions of approximately 25°C, recorded a peak localised external sensor temperature of 76.42°C at the centre-bottom area of the batte

Independent testing of BYD’s new megawatt flash-charging system has sparked debate in China after a livestreamed charging session showed battery surface temperatures exceeding 76°C during ultra-high-rate charging. Chinese automotive blogger James Yu, known online as “Caishendao,” conducted a livestream test charging a FCB Tai 3 from 8% to 97% state of charge. According to published data, an externally mounted temperature sensor installed near the bottom centre of the battery pack, away from

Recent spy shots of the BYD Great Han undergoing road tests have surfaced, revealing the executive-level sedan in light camouflage. The latest images provide a clear look at the vehicle’s elongated silhouette, suggesting that it is already in its final testing phases. While BYD has yet to release official details regarding the Great Han’s debut, CarNewsChina expects a strategic rollout for the fourth quarter of this year. Following the rescheduled launch of the BYD Great Tang on June 8, the

On April 24, BYD opened pre-sales of its Great Tang EV at the Beijing Auto Show. The Great Tang EV marks the first D-class flagship SUV under the Dynasty Network series, featuring the second-generation blade battery and a 1000V high-voltage architecture. The model offers both single-motor and dual-motor all-wheel-drive configurations, with pre-sale prices ranging from 250,000 to 320,000 yuan (36,200-46,400 USD). Market launch is scheduled for the first half of this year. Design and dimen

BYD Great Tang is now expected to launch on June 8 in China, according to dealership channel information shared by BYD Dynasty Network sales staff. The full-size electric SUV was previously expected to launch in May, but several dealers reportedly had not yet received their first batch of vehicles or showroom display cars. According to dealer sources, BYD adjusted the launch schedule to better align nationwide deliveries with the official market debut as pre-sale demand continued rising rapi