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BYD will officially launch the right-hand-drive Racco electric microcar to the Japanese consumer marketplace on July 28, 2026, according to EV-Times. This newly developed model marks a competitive entry into the protected domestic K-car segment to capture urban market share. TV commercials starring actress Alice Hirose have already started airing under the “Racco Raku” slogan to build anticipation before the launch. The microcar measures 3,395 mm in length, 1,475 mm in width, and 1,800 mm in

The BYD Shark 6 plug-in hybrid pickup truck has completed its regulatory registration for the Chinese market, where it will be sold under the Fang Cheng Bao brand as the Fang Cheng Bao Shark. The upcoming vehicle appeared in the latest public catalogue from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). This filing marks the official move to bring the truck to its home market following its initial launch overseas. The crew-cab truck is built on the specialised DMO platform share

BYD’s premium electric vehicle brand Denza has revealed its upcoming lineup of pure-electric large SUVs in official regulatory filings. The newly registered variants include the five-seat Denza N8 and the longer six-seat Denza N8L. Both models aim to expand the brand’s presence in the competitive family SUV segment. The filings show that both body options share a 3,075 mm wheelbase. While the six-seat model is 5,200 mm long, the five-seat variant measures 5,150 mm, making it exactly 50 mm s

The new BYD Qin Plus was exposed in China with a new exterior design and a LiDAR sensor as the car prepared for the commercial rollout. This model will be able to cruise from address to address on its own, with the driver just keeping an eye on the situation. The current Qin Plus DM-i is priced below 100,000 yuan (14,755 USD). The new BYD Qin Plus was exposed by the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) during the domestic homologation process. The car applied for a

BYD Seagull electric hatchback configurations have officially surfaced in the latest regulatory declaration catalogue from the Chinese government. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology published the certified vehicle specifications on July 10, 2026. This comprehensive generational update introduces major architectural changes to the popular urban electric platform. The updated vehicle architecture features an overhauled physical footprint measuring 4,205 mm in length, 1,810 mm

Specifications for the new BYD Atto 8 (Sealion 8) electric vehicle have emerged in China following recent regulatory filings with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). Locally, Chinese consumers know the model as the Tang L to distinguish it from the brand’s larger SUVs The vehicle measures 5,045 mm long, 1,980 mm wide, and up to 1,760 mm tall, riding on a 2,950 mm wheelbase. It features a front and rear track of 1,700 mm, an approach angle of 18 degrees, and a departu

The Denza Z9S pure-electric sedan has been revealed in the latest vehicle catalogue from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). The regulatory filings offer a clear look at the upcoming luxury sedan ahead of its official launch, detailing two performance options that share a 3,025 mm wheelbase. This new model follows a string of premium launches from the brand, establishing a clear dual-body strategy. The sedan aims to build on the momentum of the Denza Z9 GT, which

The Denza Z9S pure-electric sedan has been officially unveiled by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) in its latest vehicle catalogue. Government regulatory filings revealed the upcoming luxury passenger car model ahead of its formal retail release, specifying two independent performance configurations sharing a large 3025 mm wheelbase. This sudden regulatory exposure provides a transparent view of the platform hardware driving the brand’s expansion. The new sedan arch

BYD is taking its electric vehicle battery technology from the road straight to the power grid. The automaker has signed a massive agreement with the UAE energy firm Masdar to supply 11.275 GWh of energy storage systems, according to a Sina report. The historic deal covers enough battery capacity to build more than 186,000 passenger electric vehicles. The hardware will be deployed at the “Round The Clock” project in Abu Dhabi to support a 5.2 GW solar array. The facility combines solar gener

BYD’s Denza N9 plug-in hybrid crossover with flash-charging technology introduced the new color scheme called “Dark Gold.” It is currently available for free as a limited-time offer for the top-trim level of this SUV. Its biggest highlight is a front badge made of genuine gold. The new Denza N9 with the Dark Gold exterior color shade is finished in black with some golden accents, including horizontal stripes that go through the front fenders, doors, and rear fenders. Another golden accent is

BYD showcased its global product expansion at the Goodwood Festival of Speed by hosting the public debut of the Denza Z high-performance electric sports car. The high-profile passenger EV group partner confirmed the model will be showcased in Coupe, Spider, and Racing variants, with the entry-level Coupe trim beginning its international pre-sale rollout at 142,900 pounds (184,800 USD), according to IThome. The tri-motor flagship vehicle utilises the specialised e³ (Yi Sanfang) intelligent c

On July 8, 2026, BYD officially announced that its 17 millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) had rolled off the production line. The milestone vehicle is the BYD Seal 08, the company’s new flagship sedan, which officially launched on July 2. According to Yiche, the Seal 08 has already secured over 100,000 firm orders. This achievement marks a rapid acceleration in production capacity. BYD became the world’s first automaker to reach the 10 million NEV milestone on November 18, 2024, followed by t

BYD convoys consisting of Denza and Fang Cheng Bao vehicles have entered deep flood zones in the Guangxi region to deliver emergency civilian relief supplies, according to 163. The volunteer operations materialised spontaneously through local owner networks following historic regional rainfall from Typhoon Mesaak. These volunteer fleets headed straight into the worst of the floodwaters, defying standard guidelines for driving in severe weather. Engineering blueprints for these new energy veh

The BYD Da Han flagship sedan was seen in China without camouflage in glossy red color. It will enter the Chinese market shortly with BEV and PHEV powertrain variants. The all-electric Da Han boasts up to 1,008 km of range and flash charging technology. Another variant of this car’s name is Great Han. The BYD Da Han utilizes the same platform as the Da Tang (Great Tang) SUV that previously got over 100,000 pre-sale orders in less than two weeks after it had become available for reservations.

The second-gen BYD’s Denza D9 minivan became officially available with the new Dark Gold extra color option that costs 30,000 yuan (4,415 USD). This MPV adopts BYD’s second-gen battery with flash charging technology, the DiSus-C suspension, and the DiPilot 5.0 assisted driving tech. The second-gen Denza D9 was launched in China on May 1 with a price range between 359,800 and 469,800 yuan (52,940 – 69,125 USD). It began deliveries on May 7. According to China EV DataTracker, Denza handed over

BYD‘s Denza Z Track Edition, a high-performance Z roadster variant, has been spotted in China ahead of its July 9 global launch, appearing nearly production-ready with minor camouflage on its wheels and front badge. Breaking with BYD tradition, the Denza Z lineup is prioritising global markets. Accordingly, its global launch on July 9 will be held at the UK’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. Denza boasts that the new Z will share the limelight with worldwide performance legends at “the century-ol

The BYD Song L GT electric fastback crossover was seen in China one year after it had revealed core specs during the domestic homologation. This vehicle undergoes road tests, potentially upgrading to the brand’s latest tech, including the Flash Charging. The BYD Song L GT was initially exposed by the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) in July 2025 as the updated version of the Song L EV, which entered China in December 2023. According to China EV DataTracker, this

The BYD Shark 6 pickup truck’s export volume declined by 25.76% Year-Over-Year in the first half of 2026 as the global competition escalates. This PHEV model sold 20,037 units from January to June as the actual domestic launch remains a part of the company’s vague plans. The BYD Shark 6 made its global debut in May 2024 in Mexico, becoming the brand’s first plug-in hybrid pickup truck. Later, this model entered various markets, including Australia, Brazil, Chile, South Africa, Saudi Arabia,

BYD Sealion 7 (sold in China as the Sealion 07 EV) assembly lines within China have transitioned away from domestic supply channels. The vehicle has been removed from the official consumer purchasing application as retail networks clear regional dealership inventory. The manufacturing shift redirects the platform exclusively toward international shipping hubs to fulfil global orders. The vehicle utilises the e-Platform 3.0 Evo architecture, featuring an integrated cell-to-body layout and a f

As China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry continues its rapid global expansion, automakers are facing a significant logistical bottleneck: a severe shortage of specialised Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) car carrier capacity. With traditional car carriers in high demand, Chinese manufacturers are pioneering alternative shipping methods to ensure their vehicles reach international markets. Leapmotor’s “Flat Rack” solution Facing limited Ro-Ro capacity, Stellantis-backed Leapmotor has adopted a “

BYD‘s Fang Cheng Bao (FCB) Ti7 SUV reportedly faces widespread issues with its panoramic glass roof in China. Owners allege the glass roof comes loose at the left-rear corner, causing leaks, increased wind noise, and water pooling at the rear charging port. 12365auto, a Chinese auto consumer complaints platform, has logged 300 Ti7 complaints since the model’s launch in September 2025. Roof issues have been reported only for the Ti7 EV, with the first roof-related complaints appearing after t

BYD Seal 08 electric flagship sedans secured substantial market volume following the official commercial model rollout on July 2, 2026. The 5.15-meter luxury passenger vehicle altered segment expectations by introducing advanced hardware architectures at a base entry price of 196,900 yuan (28,980 USD). Initial dealership tracking indicates immediate acceleration of the order. The underlying vehicle architecture incorporates an 800-volt charging system and the specialised DiSus-A air suspensi

BYD Fang Cheng Bao flagship details emerged from road tests and fan art of the upcoming Tai 9 SUV, potentially named Ti 9 overseas. Newly leaked images of the FCB Ti 9 now reveal the group’s first continuous-screen layout across the dashboard console, according to Y-Auto. These spy shots provide the first unmasked look inside. General Manager Xiong Tianbo confirmed the flagship model will launch in the second half of the year. The new interior layout marks a shift in the automaker’s dashboar

BYD has officially released its sales data for June 2026. The company recorded a total monthly sales volume of 403,472 units, with passenger vehicles accounting for 397,292 units – a 5.4% increase month-over-month and a 5.2% rise year-over-year. The market demand remains remarkably balanced between pure electric and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) technologies. In June, BYD sold 201,472 pure electric vehicles and 195,820 plug-in hybrid vehicles, reflecting a nearly equal split in consumer preference.

The BYD’s Denza Z tri-motor electric roadster with a peak power output of 1,180 kW (1,582 hp) will launch globally at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK on July 9. The Denza Z speeds up to 100 km/h in 2 seconds and boasts active suspension. Denza shared a poster on Weibo social media, stating that the Z electric car’s global launch will be held at Goodwood. The brand’s officials called it “the century-old hall of racing,” stating that the Denza Z will share the stage with legendary sup