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BYD unveils insane all-terrain testing circuit with world record-setting indoor sand dune

China’s BYD has ripped up the rulebook with a mind-bending new circuit in Zhengzhou – a Guinness World Record-breaking, multi-zone terrain park built exclusively for New Energy Vehicles.

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BYD expands Sealion 6 range with new extended range plug-in hybrid

BYD adds a new long-range plug-in hybrid to its Sealion 6 line-up, boosting EV-only range by up to 55 per cent.

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BYD launches 24/7 nationwide roadside assistance in Australia

The rapidly growing brand will introduce 24-hour roadside assistance as part of its transition to in-house customer support in Australia.

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Chinese carmakers surge in UK – while new report predicts they will soon dominate Aussie roads too

Brands such as BYD, Chery and MG are fast rising up the sales charts in the UK – while a new report predicts they will dominate new car sales in Australia by 2035.

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BYD to update autonomous parking feature – and accept full responsibility if it fails

In China BYD has revealed a major update to its ‘God’s Eye’ autonomous parking technology – and made a bigger announcement about what happens if it causes an accident.

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BYD becomes the first Chinese brand with a top five sales result in Australia

BYD is celebrating a milestone in June 2025: it’s the first Chinese brand to crack a top five sales result in Australia, largely driven by the Shark 6 ute.

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BYD Seagull: Soon to steal other car makers’ chips in Australia as our cheapest EV?

BYD’s decision to bring its Australian distribution in-house could see the budget Seagull EV on its way to Australia to shake up the market.

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BYD: Atto 2 small SUV and Sealion 8 seven-seater announced for Australia

The growing brand has revealed local plans for its even-seat PHEV SUV and its small, fully electric SUV.

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BYD brings Australian operations in-house after surge in sales

The disruptor brand will assume responsibility for its vehicle import and distribution after EVDirect managed the brand’s launch since 2022.

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Electric vehicle sales dip as hybrid and PHEV demand rises in March

New figures from the Australian Automobile Association’s (AAA) EV Index show battery EV sales fell but hybrids grew – with the BYD Shark 6 a factor in the rise.

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BYD Seal 06 plug-in hybrid edges closer to potential Australian launch

The confirmation of the BYD’s new Camry-sized plug-in hybrid for the UK market has opened the doors for an Australian release.

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BYD launches fourth model in its Sealion mid-sized SUV family

BYD has further expanded its Sealion family with the overseas launch of the Sealion 07 DM-i, a mid-to-large-size hybrid SUV.

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Five electric SUV alternatives to a Tesla Model Y

What should you buy if you don’t want a Tesla Model Y? Here are five great alternatives if you’re after a mid-size electric SUV.

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BYD keeps the station wagon alive with new Seal 06

Wagons may be one of the most unfashionable forms around but BYD is not giving up, launching the hybrid Seal 06 DM-i at Auto Shanghai 2025.

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BYD Yangwang U8L SUV revealed: huge range-extender gets even bigger

BYD has revealed a new stretched 5.4 metre long SUV at the 2025 Shanghai Motor Show that sits above its former flagship in the lineup.

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BYD’s big change to warranty for Aussie customers

The growing brand has confirmed earlier rumours about changing its warranty… and has backdated it for all vehicles delivered in Australia since August 2022.

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2025 BYD Shark 6 ute: WhichCar’s complete guide

The first plug-in hybrid ute available in Australia, the BYD Shark dual-cab aims to be the segment’s apex predator.

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BYD sales leap in Australia on back of Shark 6 ute

BYD celebrates record Australian sales thanks to new Sealion 7 SUV and Shark 6 ute.

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400km of charge in 5 minutes! BYD unveils new EV tech

BYD reveals new 1,000V platform it claims can add more than 400km of range in just five minutes.

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BYD undercuts rivals with new Sea Lion 7 electric SUV

BYD has launched its Sea Lion 7 straight into the electric SUV heartland, priced from just $54,990 plus on-road costs.

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2025 BYD Dolphin dives below $30K, Atto 3 pricing reduced

BYD has introduced new Essential variants of the Dolphin and Atto 3, offering lower prices by trimming features, with orders opening soon in Australia

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New Electric Cars for Australia: Every EV for 2025 & beyond ⚡

The EV revolution is gaining strength in Australia, which means greater diversity and choice for buyers

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Greenest EVs for 2025: Lifecycle and efficiency lead the way

BYD Dolphin leads the 2025 green EV rankings, with Tesla Model 3 and Dacia Spring following, based on emissions, efficiency, and battery sustainability.

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BYD Atto 3 Up compact electric SUV: Everything we know

New details revealing an Atto 3 Up trademark could hint at Australian launch plans