Damion Smy
Stockpiled BYD cars declared illegal as council rejects application
A local council has rejected an application to keep 1600 unsold BYD cars at a NSW fun park where they're being stored without permission.
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Derek Fung
BYD Atto 2 plug-in hybrid revealed in Europe
The BYD Auto 2 will gain the option of two plug-in hybrid drivetrains in Europe from the beginning of 2026.
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Damion Smy
BYD teases tiny Japanese kei car smaller and cheaper than Atto 1
In a demonstration of its global ambitions, BYD will produce a pint-size mini-car that will be even smaller than the new Atto 1.
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James Wong
2026 BYD Atto 2: Full specs detailed for budget electric small SUV
BYD is marching into the small SUV space with the Atto 2, which should become Australia's cheapest electric SUV when it lands next month.
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2026 BYD Atto 1: Full specs detailed for new pint-size EV
BYD has released full specifications for its new Atto 1 budget EV. Equipment levels are high – but we still don't know the price.
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BYD Atto 1: Cheap and cheerful new EV expected to get top safety marks
Australia's cheapest new EV should come with a five-star ANCAP rating when it launches next month, based on its European results.
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2026 BYD Atto 1 to become Australia's cheapest EV at about $25,000
Thought the Dolphin made a splash? BYD is diving deeper downmarket with its new Atto 1 electric hatch, tipped to start at just $25,000.
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Damion Smy
BYD Australia accused of stockpiling cars illegally
Hundreds of cars alleged to be illegally stored at a NSW fun park have sparked complaints, but nobody’s taking responsibility for them.
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James Wong
BYD focusing on PHEVs amid sales charge
The next phase of BYD Australia's new model onslaught will be heavy on plug-in hybrids, following strong sales of the Shark 6 and Sealion 6.
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James Wong
BYD aiming for top-three Australian market ranking next year
A slew of new models and strong sales momentum has BYD's local operating chief eyeing an Australian sales podium in the next 12-18 months.
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Damion Smy
BYD "too aggressive", says GWM boss
GWM says it won’t resort to price cuts and ‘aggressive’ tactics to remain the most popular Chinese auto brand in Australia.
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Max Davies
How Toyota, Ford and Kia got their start in Australia, and where they are now
Ever wondered how your favourite auto brands started life Down Under? Wonder no more: here's an Australian automotive then versus now.
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Damion Smy
BYD is outselling Tesla in the EV sales race
BYD has sold more electric vehicles than Tesla in the global sales race so far this year – to the tune of almost 400,000 EVs.
3 Months Ago
Damion Smy
BYD Seagull to become Australia's "most affordable EV by some margin" under a new name
BYD is bringing its cut-price electric city hatch to Australia with the promise it will be the cheapest EV from any brand in local showrooms.
3 Months Ago
Damion Smy
BYD Sealion 5 PHEV confirmed for Australia as Chinese brand's second RAV4 fighter
BYD will have not one but two rivals for Toyota's first plug-in hybrid RAV4, with the Sealion 5 joining the Sealion 6 mid-size SUV in 2026.
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Derek Fung
BYD Seal 06 DM-i wagon spotted in Canberra
The BYD Seal 06 DM-i wagon has been spotted in Australia, raising hopes it may double the number of entrants in the mainstream wagon segment.
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