

BYD

BYD’s Yangwang U9 Xtreme becomes world’s fastest production car
Chinese hypercar hits 496.22 km/h in Germany, surpassing Bugatti and marking a milestone for electric performance.

BYD Seagull aka Atto 1 confirmed for NZ this year, yet to be announced for Australia
Budget compact EV hatch to launch in Essential and Premium grades, with Atto 2 SUV and Sealion 5 plug-in hybrid also set to join the local range in New Zealand.

BYD Sealion 6: Mid-sized SUV range expands with new Premium Extended model
Longer EV-only range, faster acceleration and improved efficiency headline Australia’s latest plug-in hybrid SUV arrival.

World’s fastest EV? BYD’s Yangwang U9 Track Edition hits astonishing milestone in speed run
China’s BYD has pushed the boundaries of electric performance, with its Yangwang U9 supercar reaching a staggering 470 km/h during a test session in Germany.

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.

Which electric vehicles under $60,000 offer the longest driving range?
Range anxiety is still a big factor in purchasing an EV, so which EVs priced under $60,000 offer the longest claimed driving range? Here’s the WhichCar guide…

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.

Ultimate EV charging speed test: Do electric vehicles charge as quickly as advertised?
Do most EVs meet their claimed peak charging rates in real-world conditions. Well, it depends, as we discovered in this charging test of some popular electric vehicle models.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hybrid vehicles: WhichCar’s explainer on how they work
Australians are increasingly looking to hybrid cars to save money by using less fuel. But you’re forgiven if you find some of the hybrid terminology confusing. Here’s a quick primer…

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.

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.
