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BYD confirmed more than 30,000 pre-orders for its Great Tang SUV within 24 hours, but dealer-level reporting suggests cumulative demand may have reached 60,000 units within 48 hours, according to Chinese media outlet Sina Finance. Divergence between official and dealer data The automaker has not updated its official figure beyond the initial 30,000-unit confirmation. Industry channel estimates circulating after launch reflect aggregated dealership intake rather than validated pre-orders,

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

A one-off Denza Z9 GT, created jointly by BYD and Swiss luxury watch and jewellery brand Chopard, sold for 700,000 euros, approximately 5.53 million yuan (811,000 USD), at the 32nd Cannes amfAR charity gala in France, announced by BYD. The proceeds from the auction will support AIDS research programs. Denza Z9 GT Chopard edition The customised shooting brake was presented during the Cannes Film Festival activities in Antibes, France, and was described by BYD as a globally unique build cr

BYD has confirmed it is weighing a potential role in Formula 1, with executive vice president Li Ke stating that discussions are ongoing with Formula 1 leadership, IThome reports. Executive vice president Li Ke confirmed that the company has been in contact with Formula 1 leadership, including a meeting with CEO Stefano Domenicali in Shanghai. However, no formal decision or timeline has been announced. The situation has also been referenced in our earlier reporting, which noted BYD’s bro

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

At the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, Yangwang, BYD‘s flagship sub-brand, unveiled special editions of its U8L SUV and U9 Xtreme supercar. The U8L, an SUV with almost 1200 hp, gains a luxury-oriented four-seater version. The U9 Xtreme supercar, which has over 3000 hp, gains a special black & gold paint job, with sales limited to 30 units. Pricing has not been announced, but it is expected to surpass every BYD model ever produced. The U8L’s four-seater version, marketed as the Ding Cang edition

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

Fang Cheng Bao, the BYD sub-brand focused on design- and performance-focused models, has unveiled its Formula X supercar concept at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, expanding the lineup beyond SUVs and sedans into the low-volume performance segment, according to IThome. The concept was shown alongside the brand’s new S-series sedans, forming part of a broader “FORM” architecture strategy, which includes both mainstream passenger models and experimental performance vehicles. The debut comes am

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

On April 29, BYD‘s Fang Cheng Bao Ti7 (Overseas name: BYD Ti7) EV Flash Charging Edition officially hit the market, with two variants available starting at 199,800 yuan (29,000 USD) and 209,800 yuan (30,400 USD). The new model retains the overall design of its plug-in hybrid counterpart, with its updated features being the second-generation Blade Battery and flash charging technology, offering a maximum range of 755 km. This car was previously revealed in March. Exterior design As a pure

Linghui, the ride-hailing-focused brand under BYD, officially launched its C-class sedan, the Linghui e9. The new vehicle is available in three variants, priced from 150,800 to 169,800 yuan (22,200 to 25,000 USD). This brand was launched by BYD this year, and the official images of this model were released in February. The pricing for the lineup is as follows: 535km Luxury Edition (Standard Charge): 150,800 yuan (22,200 USD) 605km Flash Charge Luxury Edition: 159,800 yuan (23,5

Denza, the premium brand under BYD, officially launched the 2026 Denza D9 MPV on April 27. The new model arrives with six variants priced between 359,800 and 469,800 yuan (52,100–68,100 USD), featuring upgrades across its platform, exterior, interior, and powertrain systems. It stared pre-sales on March. Pricing details VariantPrice (yuan)Price (USD)DM-i Flash Charging Premiun359,80052,100DM-i Flash Charging Prestige399,80057,900DM-i Flash Charging Flagship459,80066,600EV Flash Charging

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

Chinese automotive social media has recently circulated informal “lawsuit leaderboards” tracking legal claims filed by automakers against bloggers and self-media accounts accused of spreading false or defamatory EV-related information. CarNewsChina verified the leaderboard using public court filings, company statements, and legal notices. Among the brands discussed online, BYD ranked highest by disclosed claim value. According to court filings and public announcements, BYD has primarily sued

BYD has confirmed that its Yangwang U9 Xtreme electric supercar was sold for more than 20,000,000 yuan (2,760,000 USD) per unit at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, making it the highest-priced transaction recorded at the event, according to company executive Li Yunfei. Based on the disclosed price, it is BYD’s most expensive production vehicle to date. Record-priced transaction Li Yunfei, General Manager of Branding and Public Relations at BYD Group, stated that the U9 Xtreme was the mos

BYD is in talks with Volkswagen to take over part of the German automaker’s Transparent Factory in Dresden, according to a source familiar with the matter. MG, Xpeng are among other Chinese EV makers interested in utilising VW’s European plants for manufacturing cars. The Chinese automaker would invest in the site and could use the second half of the factory to manufacture EVs, the source said. The other part of the Dresden plant is reportedly planned to become an innovation hub in cooperat

BYD opened pre-sales for its Great Tang flagship SUV on April 24 at the Beijing Auto Show, with pricing set at 250,000-320,000 yuan (36,460–46,670 USD). BYD announced that it had received pre-orders for more than 30,000 units within the first 24 hours. CarNewsChina previously reported that the Great Tang started arriving at dealerships across China on April 10, ahead of the official pre-sale. Flagship positioning The Great Tang is positioned as the largest SUV under BYD’s Dynasty lin

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

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

BYD announced it will hold an intelligent driving strategy conference on May 28, marking the company’s second major technology event of 2026 after its March 5 launch of Blade Battery 2.0 and flash charging, according to IT-home. The automaker did not disclose details of the upcoming event. However, Chinese automotive commentators and investor discussions over the past two days have increasingly linked the conference to intelligent driving, AI training systems, and wider deployment of advance

BYD sold 314,100 passenger vehicles in April, down 15.7% from a year earlier, marking the company’s eighth consecutive month of year-on-year decline. The figure was up 6.2% from March, when the Shenzhen-based automaker sold 295,639 passenger vehicles. The April result shows a sequential recovery after the Chinese New Year slowdown, but BYD’s year-on-year performance remains under pressure. The company’s sales have now declined every month since September 2025, after posting slight growth in

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

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

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 officially launched the Song Ultra DM-i on May 28, 2026. The B-class SUV entered the market with five trim levels, priced between 129,900 yuan (19,100 yuan) and 159,900 yuan (23,500 yuan). Hybrid performance The core highlight of the Song Ultra DM-i is the integration of BYD’s fifth-generation DM plug-in hybrid system. The powertrain combines a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine producing 74 kW with an electric motor delivering 175 kW (235 hp). Equipped with BYD’s Blade Battery, the veh