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2026
BYD applies for parking-control patent
BYD applied for a patent covering a parking-control method, device, system and vehicle. The described method is designed to enable automatic parking if the vehicle's steering system fails.
2026
BYD launches Dolphin G DM-i in Israel
BYD Auto launched the Dolphin G DM-i plug-in hybrid model in Israel, according to its local importer, Shlomo Motors.
2026
BYD builds public test tracks across China
BYD is building test tracks across China, including courses with off-road and racing conditions, to strengthen its brand by giving drivers opportunities to drive in varied terrain.
2026
BYD launches third-generation Qin Plus DM-i
BYD launched its third-generation Qin Plus DM-i plug-in hybrid sedan on October 27.
2026
BYD Atto Racco price reduced in Sri Lanka
The price of the BYD Atto Racco was reduced by Rs. 2.7 million in Sri Lanka.
2026
BYD launches B12e03 electric bus in Israel
BYD Auto launched its B12e03 electric bus model in Israel. Dozens of buses are expected to be delivered to public transportation operators across the country by the end of 2026.
2026
BYD launches the new Seagull
BYD officially launched the new Seagull, offering five models with listed prices of 65,900–99,900 yuan and promotional trade-in prices of 62,900–96,900 yuan.
2026
BYD unveils design of its first self-developed humanoid robot
BYD officially unveiled the design of its first self-developed humanoid robot, following publication of its "Embodied AI Robot" design patent by the China National Intellectual Property Administration on October 9, 2026. The design closely resembles the previously teased "Xiao Di" humanoid robot, though BYD has not confirmed whether the patent corresponds to the final production model. The robot is described as capable of walking, maintaining balance, and interacting with its environment, intended for service, educational, and industrial settings.
2026
BYD reports H1 2026 revenue down 7.13% and net profit down 20.54%
BYD disclosed its 2026 half-year report: revenue was 344.82 billion yuan, down 7.13% year on year, and net profit attributable to shareholders was 12.33 billion yuan, down 20.54%. The company attributed the revenue decline mainly to a decrease in its new energy vehicle business, with exchange-rate losses also weighing on profit.
2026
BYD unveils Mako PHEV pickup in Brazil
BYD officially unveiled the Mako, its second pickup truck, in Brazil. The mid-size Mako is based on the Song Plus platform, uses BYD's fifth-generation DM plug-in hybrid powertrain with a 1.5L engine and electric motor, and is expected to be priced between 200,000 and 220,000 Brazilian Reais. BYD plans to launch it in Brazil in September 2026, initially importing from China before shifting production to its Camaçari plant in Bahia.
2026
Fang Cheng Bao unveils Formula S and Formula S GT interiors at 2026 Chengdu Auto Show
At the 2026 Chengdu Auto Show, BYD's Fang Cheng Bao officially unveiled the interior designs of the Formula S and Formula S GT. The new models are open for pre-order at 230,000 to 280,000 yuan, with official market launch and deliveries expected in early September.
2026
BYD launches Qin MAX sedan with EV and DM-i versions
On August 13, BYD launched the Qin MAX, the newest model in its Qin family, offering EV and DM-i plug-in hybrid powertrains across nine configurations with official guide prices from 99,900 yuan to 143,900 yuan. The model comes standard with BYD's second-generation Blade Battery and fast-charging technology.
2026
BYD launches 2027 Seal 06 in China
BYD officially launched the 2027 Seal 06 in China with 12 configurations across EV and DM-i plug-in hybrid powertrains, priced from 99,900 yuan (14,700 USD) to 155,900 yuan (22,900 USD).
2026
BYD unveils HyWorldVLA hybrid world model for autonomous driving
BYD's automotive new technology research institute AI team published its first research paper on July 29 introducing HyWorldVLA, a hybrid world model combining pixel-level and latent-space world modeling with a vision-language-action architecture for autonomous driving. It scored 90.59 PDMS on the NAVSIM v1 public benchmark, a record, and 89.71 on NAVSIM v2. The model remains at the paper stage with no timeline for vehicle deployment.
2022
BYD and NVIDIA announce smart-driving technology partnership
BYD announced a partnership with NVIDIA on smart-driving technology. From the first half of 2023, BYD planned to equip some of its new-energy vehicles with the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion platform.
2022
BYD and Shell sign global strategic partnership
BYD and Shell signed a global strategic cooperation agreement to work together on electric-vehicle charging and improve the charging experience for BYD vehicle users. They will first cooperate in China and Europe, with plans to expand the relationship globally.
2022
BYD previews updated 2022 Tang EV
BYD previewed the 2022 Tang EV and said it would receive 5G connectivity and an upgraded DiLink 4.0 intelligent connected system.
2022
Lucid Motors and BYD to use Nvidia Drive platform
Nvidia announced that EV makers Lucid Motors and BYD will use Nvidia's Drive platform.
2022
BYD raises prices for several new-energy vehicles
BYD announced price increases of 3,000 to 6,000 yuan for selected models in its Dynasty and Ocean lines.
2022
BYD stops producing fuel-powered vehicles
BYD announced that it stopped producing complete fuel-powered vehicles starting in March 2022 and would focus its automotive business on battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.