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Brands such as Jeep and Peugeot continue to slide in Australia, while insurgent Chinese automakers like BYD and Chery are thriving.
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BYD delivers almost 19,000 vehicles in June – just 243 fewer than Toyota
The Chinese automaker posted its best ever sales result in Australia last month, when its market share was just 0.2 per cent smaller than Toyota’s.
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2027 BYD Atto 2 to follow Atto 3 with major mechanical overhaul – report
The BYD Atto 2 is still young, but the small electric SUV will score a substantial mid-life update that will move it from front- to rear-wheel drive.
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BYD drops its cheapest electric sedan in Australia
The entry-level BYD Seal Dynamic has been dropped from local showrooms, reducing the electric sedan lineup to two model grades despite record sales growth for the Chinese brand.
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2026 BYD Atto 2 DM-i expected to arrive within months, could become Australia's cheapest PHEV
A plug-in hybrid version of the BYD Atto 2 small electric SUV is nearing a local launch, expected in the coming months.
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BYD Shark 6 Performance arrives in Australia – minus some parts
Some BYD Shark 6 utes are arriving in Australia incomplete, and some customers are opting to take delivery rather than wait for missing components.
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Why BYD did so well at the 2026 CarExpert Choice Awards
BYD took home two trophies in this year's CarExpert Choice Awards, with the popular Shark 6 also finishing as a finalist.
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Top 10 mid-size PHEV family SUVs in 2026
Here are our picks of the best plug-in hybrid medium SUVs for growing Aussie families keen to lower their fuel costs.
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BYD Dolphin plug-in hybrid revealed with 105km electric range
A Europe-specific version of BYD’s Dolphin hatch brings greater driving range from a plug-in hybrid powertrain, but it isn't planned for Australia.
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BYD's off-roader brand has its first sports sedan and wagon leaked
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BYD to accept liability for accidents caused by its self-driving system
The Chinese automaker says it will take responsibility for any damage caused by some of its semi-autonomous driving functions.
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BYD to lead $13.6 million vehicle-to-grid expansion in Australia
An additional $13.6 million is being spent on Australia’s largest ‘batteries on wheels’ rollout, with BYD spearheading the expansion.
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BYD says EVs can help solve fuel-price crisis
Record fuel prices can be addressed through greater EV adoption, says BYD's vice president, as the Chinese giant welcomes its largest ever shipment of vehicles to Australia.
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Which electrified ute should you buy?
Electrification has hit Australia's ute market and there are now several hybrid, PHEV and EV options available, but which is best?
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BYD Atto 1 becomes Australia's best-selling light car
Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle is now the most popular model in its segment, ahead of hybrid and petrol rivals.
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CarExpert
2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Affordable PHEV SUV
The Sealion 6 offers a comfortable interior and a sharp price, and demonstrates BYD's plug-in hybrid expertise in the way it drives.
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