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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 released the new self-developed 4-nm Xuanji A3 assisted driving chip capable of L3 and L4 autonomous driving functions. The company kicked off mass production of this computing unit, underlining the long-term goal of accident-free traffic. During the launch event of the new chip, BYD chairman Wang Chuanfu shared that the company currently has over 7,000 people in its chip R&D team as well as a long-running semiconductor business. On May 28, BYD responded to the growing number of self

BYD chairman and president Wang Chuanfu said the company is facing battery supply constraints as multiple new models enter production ramps across its Dynasty, Ocean, Denza, and Yangwang brands, according to IThome. Speaking at the 2026 Yangwang Business Research Institute conference on May 15, Wang said BYD’s battery production capacity remains tight, although monthly sales are expected to continue rising as additional battery output comes online. Battery supply pressure Wang’s comm

The BYD Seal 08 flagship sedan is arriving at dealerships in China ahead of its scheduled July 2, 2026, market launch, according to Douyin. Regional sales personnel confirm the presence of showcase inventory on showroom floors, providing an early look at this premium full-size model. A recent dealer vehicle leak confirmed key pricing benchmarks. This premium platform supports both plug-in hybrid and battery electric architectures. The engineering team prioritised high-voltage electrical perf

A leaked dealer pre-deduction sheet suggests BYD’s upcoming Seal 08 flagship sedan could enter the market at a lower-than-expected price point, with the 785 km all-wheel-drive flagship version listed at 250,000 yuan (36,900 USD). The figure is below the previously disclosed 300,000–350,000 yuan price range and emerged weeks before the model’s anticipated launch in late June or early July, according to Y-Auto. Flagship sedan targets premium EV segment The Seal 08 was first previewed globa

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

Zhang Zhuo, General Manager of BYD‘s Ocean Network Sales Division, took to social media today to reveal further interior details of the highly anticipated BYD Seal 08. The new model will be available in four interior colour schemes: Cloud Frost Rice, Dawn Rice, Misty Brown, and Night Purple. Blind pre-orders for the Seal 08 opened on June 12, with an official market launch expected on July 2nd. Design and exterior The Seal 08 adopts the “Ocean Aesthetics 2.0” design language. The front fasci

BYD launched its Seal 08 flagship sedan under the Ocean Network series. The mid-to-large luxury model has dual powertrains, including a pure electric and a plug-in hybrid. Retail pricing begins at 196,900 yuan (28,980 USD) for entry configurations. This flagship architecture features standard rear-wheel steering and an automated air suspension system. BYD claims the chassis handles tight cornering demands while balancing ride comfort over varied surfaces. Trim Range (CLTC)Price (yuan)Co

The BYD Seal 08 large sedan started taking pre-orders in China. It boasts a body length of 5.2 meters, rear-wheel steering, and a zero-to-hundred acceleration time of 3.3 seconds. The BEV variant of the Seal 08 will offer up to 900 km. The BYD Seal 08 is a flagship sedan of the brand’s Ocean series aimed at younger buyers. On June 12, BYD Ocean sales division General Manager Zhang Zhuo officially disclosed that the Seal 08 started taking pre-orders. The car’s official price range wasn’t disc

The BYD Seal 6 DM-i plug-in hybrid sedan and the China-made Tesla Model Y L scored five stars in the ANCAP crash and safety evaluation test. The Seal 6 DM-i became the leading performer in the latest batch of cars tested by the ANCAP, demonstrating good protection across most scenarios. The BYD Seal 6 DM-i got 92% in the Adult Occupant Protection category. It handled the full-width frontal collision, oblique pole collision, and side impact with a perfect score. The driver’s dummy experienced

BYD Seal electric sedans have begun undergoing testing in the processing framework following a joint vehicle inspection. A report from IT Home confirmed that BYD Chairman Wang Chuanfu experienced upcoming driving assistance software alongside Horizon Robotics chief executive Yu Kai. This public vehicle review establishes the current operational baseline for the high-volume model family. The engineering assessment focused on deploying the unreleased Horizon Super Drive 2.0 system within the v

BYD’s updated 2026 Sealion 06 DM-i has begun arriving at Chinese dealerships ahead of its official launch on May 26, with the company adding a longer-range plug-in hybrid variant featuring up to 310 km CLTC electric range and optional lidar-assisted driving functions. Dealer information circulating in China indicates the new variants may include the 305 Long-Range and 305 Flagship trims, with pre-deduction dealer pricing of 150,000 yuan (22,100 USD) and 160,000 yuan (23,600 USD). An optional

The BYD Sealion 08 electric SUV reveals a massive 115 kWh LFP battery for 900 km of CLTC range, as the car was listed in the purchase tax reduction list. This pack weighs 810.5 kg, which takes over 30% of the curb weight. Previously, the Sealion 08 reached dealers in China. According to the latest data, the entry-level variant of the all-electric BYD Sealion 08 crossover will offer a 92.093 kWh LFP pack developed by BYD. It is the second-gen Blade Battery capable of flash charging. It charge

BYD delivered the 100,000th car in the UK, becoming the fastest brand to reach a 5% market share in the market, the company’s Executive VP shared. At the same time, the company launched and checked the UK’s first flash charger, aiming to install 300 more of such chargers by the end of 2026. BYD handed over the 100,000th car to a client on June 17, the company’s Executive Vice President, He Zhiqi, shared on Weibo social media. The car in the photo is covered with cloth. However, we are confid

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,

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

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

BYD announced that the Song Ultra DM-i will officially launch in China on May 28. The SUV is the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the Song Ultra lineup and adopts BYD’s fifth-generation DM hybrid technology, according to IThome. Official launch information confirms two battery configurations: a 26.6 kWh pack and a larger 38 kWh pack. The corresponding CLTC pure electric range figures are 205 km and 310 km, respectively. The launch will take place on the same day as BYD’s intelligent-driv

The BYD Song Ultra EV electric crossover with flash-charging technology sold 61,240 units in its first month on the market in China. It is a 4850 mm crossover with 710 km of range and a starting price of 151,900 yuan (22,215 USD). The BYD Song Ultra EV entered the domestic market on March 26. We previously reported that this model received 15 orders per store within 72 hours, resulting in a 40% increase in store inflow. The core customer group for the Song Ultra EV is people aged 35 to 45. F

BYD officially launched a 4,244 km cross-China drive event for the BYD Song Ultra EV on May 16, with a convoy departing from Lianyungang in eastern China and heading toward Khorgos on the Kazakhstan border via the G30 Lianhuo Expressway, according to Y-Auto. The event is designed as a long-distance validation test of BYD’s expanding flash-charging infrastructure and the Song Ultra EV’s long-range travel capability. The route crosses six provinces and includes highways, desert sections, Gobi

Multiple videos filmed during flooding in Shenyang have sparked widespread discussion on Chinese social media after viewers claimed a BYD Tang SUV had lost its rear electric motor. The videos show the SUV stopped in floodwater with its hazard lights flashing while a large metallic component is visible behind the vehicle and appears to remain connected beneath the rear of the SUV. The footage prompted widespread speculation online, with some netizens claiming the detached component was the ve

Multiple videos filmed during flooding in Shenyang have sparked widespread discussion on Chinese social media after viewers claimed a BYD Tang SUV had lost its rear electric motor. The videos show the SUV stopped in floodwater with its hazard lights flashing while a large metallic component is visible behind the vehicle and appears to remain connected beneath the rear of the SUV. The footage prompted widespread speculation online, with some netizens claiming the detached component was the ve

BYD passenger vehicles navigating deep urban water accumulation became the centre of a social media debate on July 13, 2026, after video footage from Shenyang, China, showed an underbody component separating from a BYD Tang. The clip triggered online rumours claiming that the electric powertrain motor had uncoupled and dropped directly into the floodwater. Netizens quickly weaponised the incident, using satirical nicknames to mock the automaker even as the vehicle continued to drive forward afte

BYD says the rear motor assembly seen dragging behind a Tang SUV in Shenyang detached after the vehicle struck a submerged object while driving through floodwater, describing the incident as impact damage rather than a manufacturing defect. The explanation came during a July 14 telephone inquiry by Langzhang News (浪涨新闻) with BYD Auto’s official customer service. The company explained that the Tang “experienced a severe underbody collision” and that the damage was “caused by a collision w

BYD has filed a patent for a predictive battery thermal management system. This system uses real-time navigation information to optimise temperature curves. Operating in a dedicated eco-mode, it dynamically adjusts temperature targets. It aims to enhance overall vehicle efficiency in intelligent driving scenarios, according to Sina. This technical advancement occurred as BYD scaled its lithium-iron-phosphate EV battery installations in China to 11.87 GWh in May 2026. This marked a 13.2 perce