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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.
2022
BYD stops production of fuel-powered vehicles
BYD said that, in line with its strategic development needs, BYD Auto stopped producing complete fuel-powered vehicles starting in March 2022 and would focus its automotive business on battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. It said it would continue service and after-sales support for existing fuel-vehicle customers.
2022
BYD introduces the Atto 3 in Australia
BYD launched its Yuan Plus electric vehicle in Australia under the Atto 3 name; the article says it was expected to arrive on Australian shores in July.
2022
BYD and AB InBev partner on zero-emission trucking
BYD and AB InBev entered a zero-emission trucking partnership around the Super Bowl, using BYD 8TT electric tractors to transport AB InBev's new “zero-carb” beer. The source says 25 trucks were already in use at four AB InBev distribution centers in California and that AB InBev ordered 20 more.
2022
BYD Group and BYD Auto refresh their visual identities
BYD Group announced a refreshed group logo, with adjusted frame lines and letter details. BYD Auto also optimized its logo; the group logo is to be used across its electronics, new energy, rail transit and automotive businesses, while passenger-car brands use their own marks.
2022
BYD and UzAuto sign strategic cooperation memorandum
BYD and UzAuto signed a strategic cooperation memorandum to work together to promote new-energy vehicles and develop and produce new-energy vehicle products.
2022
BYD Yuan PLUS scheduled for launch in China
A report said BYD's Yuan PLUS was scheduled to launch on February 19, 2022; the article also reported that orders had exceeded 20,000. The launch was described as upcoming, not completed.
2021
Landmark Group partners with BYD in India
Landmark Group entered the EV segment through a business association with BYD, with Landmark Group expressing its intention to support BYD’s strategic goals in India.
2021
BYD and RoboSense sign strategic partnership agreements
BYD and RoboSense held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony and signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement and a strategic investment agreement.
2021
Toyota announces partnership with BYD
Toyota announced a partnership with Chinese battery manufacturer BYD to build an electric car.
2021
BYD Semiconductor launches BF1181 driver chip
BYD Semiconductor developed and launched the BYD BF1181, a 1,200 V power device driver chip, and was shipping it to automakers in December 2021.
2021
Fire involving a suspected BYD Qin Pro
A vehicle suspected to be a BYD Qin Pro caught fire in an underground car park in Beijing on November 22, 2021. BYD said the fire was extinguished promptly, denied that an explosion occurred, reported no injuries, and said it would cooperate with relevant departments to investigate the cause.
2021
BYD unveils Destroyer 05
At the Guangzhou Auto Show, BYD formally unveiled the Destroyer 05, the first model in its new Warship series. The article says the vehicle will use the DM-i super hybrid system.
2021
BYD and GoerTek Dynaudio sign strategic agreement
BYD signed a strategic agreement with Shanghai GoerTek Dynaudio Electronic Technology Company to cooperate on intelligent-cockpit, acoustic-infotainment and ADAS aspects.
2021
BYD unveils Ocean-X concept
BYD unveiled the all-electric Ocean-X concept, a mid-size sporty sedan based on e-Platform 3.0. The article says the manufacturer did not say when a production version might arrive.
2021
BYD launches 5G Dynaudio smart music cockpit upgrade package
BYD Auto announced the launch of the 5G Dynaudio smart music cockpit upgrade package for the Han EV four-wheel-drive high-performance flagship model. The package includes 5G connectivity, custom Dynaudio HiFi audio, DiLink 4.0 (5G), and dual-frequency positioning navigation.
2021
BYD customers report delayed Song PLUS DM-i deliveries and refund disputes
A news report described BYD customers in Hangzhou who said their Song PLUS DM-i deliveries were delayed, with one customer reporting that a dealership refused her request to cancel the order and return her deposit. The report also said more than 100 customers in a local BYD owners’ group had ordered vehicles from the dealership without clear delivery dates and with deposits not returned.
2021
BYD announces a planned high-end vehicle
BYD said it plans to release a high-end car in the fourth quarter of the year, with a stated price range of 500,000–800,000 yuan.
2021
BYD announced a planned semiconductor-business spin-off
BYD announced a plan to spin off its controlled subsidiary BYD Semiconductor for listing on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange's ChiNext board. The plan remained subject to required approvals and regulatory procedures.
2021
BYD announces recalls of e5 and Song DM vehicles
BYD announced recalls of 21,095 e5 vehicles and 1,486 Song DM vehicles, totaling 22,581 vehicles. BYD said the onboard terminal software would be upgraded free of charge because data updates in certain charging conditions could delay remote warning of potential safety risks.