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Inside the ultimate BYD flagship: Da Han sedan gets 1000km of range, wood trim and incredible charging times
There’s a touch of Rolls-Royce to the BYD Da Han, which combines incredible range with high levels of luxury.
Wheels September 2026 issue now on sale!
The Kia Picanto goes head-to-head with the BYD Atto 1 in a battle of the small city cars, while McLaren’s W1, Goodwood, HSV’s Maloo and seven new First Drives make for a packed September issue.
Australia’s top 10 cheapest new cars
Not exactly in the market for a Rolls or McLaren? We’ve got you covered with our guide to the cheapest new cars for Aussies on a tight budget.
BYD Ti7 large SUV gets 315km long-range plug-in hybrid version
A larger 50kWh battery pushes BYD’s boxy Ti7 SUV beyond 300km of claimed electric range, but its prospects for an Australian launch remain unclear.
BYD reveals new 2027 Seal 06 EV – and a PHEV option that’s a huge change from the current car
BYD has introduced a new Seal 06 in China, despite only launching the current Seal 6 in Australia this year.
BYD drops prices on popular models by up to $4600 – but you’ll need to be quick
The BYD Shark 6 and Atto 2 are among the vehicles customers can save thousands on, with cashback offers also enticing buyers.
BYD reveals flagship Ti9 luxury three-row SUV
A new range-topping plug-in hybrid SUV from BYD’s Fangchengbao brand could become BYD or Denza’s Australian flagship.
BYD Atto 3 Evo arrives: Pricing revealed for compact SUV as order book opens
The updated electric SUV retains two variants but brings substantial changes, including rear-wheel drive and a 510km range for the flagship Premium.
The BYD Seal 07 launched just five months ago – but its replacement has already surfaced with more size, power options
BYD wastes no time updating its line-up with a bigger version of its all-electric sedan.
Ultimate plug-in hybrid test: Chery Tiggo 7 v BYD Sealion 5 v Geely Starray EM-i v GWM Haval H6
Hybrid technology paved the way for lower all-round fuel use, and electric vehicles paved the way for those wanting something completely different. But if you want to hedge your bets, plug-in hybrid drivetrains, which have benefited from advances in both petrol and electric technology, are the way to go.
Compact EVs from BYD and MG top Aussie most-searched list as fuel excise relief ends
Drivers desperate to avoid pain at the pump have made small EVs four of the five most searched-for new cars in Australia.
BYD plans Atto 3 Evo for Australia with more power, faster charging
Updated electric SUV adopts new rear-wheel-drive platform, 800-volt architecture and upgraded technology ahead of local launch later this year.
Which EV tops Australian search rankings amid surge in interest?
Insurance company research finds Australians are searching for electric vehicles more than ever, with BYD and Tesla in an epic tussle.
BYD Australia expects Seal 6 station wagon to outsell sedan
BYD Australia is expecting to sell more station wagons than sedans of its new Seal 6 mid-sized plug-in hybrid model.
BYD Australia says June sales success won’t be repeated any time soon
BYD Australia has downplayed suggestions that it could topple Toyota’s new car sales dominance.
Wheels August 2026 issue now on sale!
Our exhaustive real-world PHEV SUV test headlines an August issue 2026 packed with comparisons, first drives, exclusive interviews, performance heroes, classics and industry insight.
Which are the top 10 cheapest electric SUVs in Australia?
The price barrier for electric cars has fallen in the past 12 months, bringing them in reach of many more Australians. Which are the current 10 cheapest SUV models?
From the Wheels Archive: The start of the Invasion – Japan challenges Holden’s supremacy
A 1964 Wheels story predicted Japan would challenge Holden. Six decades later, history may be repeating itself as China’s BYD closes on Toyota.
BYD names Australia as key market as it sets its sights on Toyota’s crown
BYD has named Australia as a key market in its growth plans to overtake Toyota, while the Chinese brand remains locked out of the US market.
EVs and PHEVs now outsell ICE vehicles in one place in Australia
One Australian territory has reached critical mass in plug-in electric vehicle uptake, now accounting for 55 per cent of all new cars sold.
BYD offers refunds after model-year mix-up affects Australian buyers
The fast-growing EV brand says administrative error affected more than 1,200 customers, with full refunds offered despite vehicles being mechanically identical.
BYD Sealion 7 and Seal depart Chinese market to focus on exports, no change for Australia
The BYD Sealion 7, the most popular product BYD sells in Australia, and its Seal sibling are no longer available in their Chinese home market.
BYD Shark 6 export volumes tank as rivals step up
A flood of new Chinese ute models has seen export volumes for the BYD Shark 6 drop by almost 26 per cent in the first half of 2026.
The 10 cheapest plug-in hybrids you can buy in Australia in 2026
For urban buyers, plug-in hybrids can combine the best of both worlds – weekday electric-only commuting and extended-range capabilities. As high fuel prices persist, they start to make more sense than ever.
