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William Stopford
BYD plans to outsell Toyota in Australia within three years
BYD has grown massively since arriving in Australia with the Atto 3 in 2022, and its local importer thinks it'll beat Toyota in 2027... or come close.
1 Year Ago
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William Stopford
BYD importer working to deliver Shark 6s ahead of crucial date
The BYD Shark 6's rollout was impacted by a shipping strike. Now its distributor can't guarantee deliveries before the FBT exemption cutoff.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
BYD's luxury Range Rover rival still some way off from Australian launch
BYD may be testing the Yangwang U8 in Australia and showing it off in showrooms, but that doesn't mean it's launching here soon.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
BYD considering simpler warranties for Australia
BYD's Asia-Pacific boss says the Chinese brand is looking at a revised and potentially simpler warranty offering in Australia.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
BYD not looking at a $25,000 EV for Australia
BYD already has Australia's cheapest EV at just under $30k before on-roads, and it's not looking to go any cheaper.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Why BYD’s distributor thinks Australia isn’t ready for EV utes
BYD's local distributor thinks a plug-in hybrid ute is a better fit for local tastes than a fully electric one, which still isn't on the radar for Australia.
1 Year Ago
James Wong
Podcast: BYD Shark 6 teething pains, Mitsubishi massacre and Kia K4
Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Sean Lander hosts the panel as we talk the latest in automotive news and reviews.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
When every car brand is going EV-only
Australia has a long list of car brands, and some have committed to only selling electric vehicles globally – but by when?
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
What should you buy instead of a Mazda 6?
After 22 years, the Mazda 6 will soon be retired. So here are our top alternatives for the once-popular mid-sized family sedan and wagon.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
BYD shows off its trick suspension tech with an unusual challenge
The latest tech installed in BYD's Yangwang U7 allows you to control its ride height on your phone – perfect for playing a classic game.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
BYD joins wagon resurgence from Chinese brands
The BYD brand is set to launch its first wagon, with a camouflaged version of the mid-sizer spied in China.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
2025 BYD Seal: From faster charging to a new dash, here's everything we miss out on
BYD has upgraded the Seal for Australia, but we're missing out on more comprehensive enhancements available in China.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
BYD Shark 6 towing upgrade on the cards
The BYD Shark 6 may be the only ute incapable of using cruise control while towing, but owner feedback could change that.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
BYD’s luxury Range Rover rival spotted in the Australian Outback
BYD appears to be ramping up local testing of the Yangwang U8, with the 880kW SUV spotted in Alice Springs.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
2025 BYD Sealion 6: Australia's cheapest PHEV gets even cheaper
The BYD Sealion 6 is already Australia's best-selling plug-in hybrid, and now it has gotten a $3000 price cut that could further juice sales.
1 Year Ago
Jack Quick
Considering a Mitsubishi Outlander? Here are some alternatives
The Mitsubishi Outlander was the fifth top-selling car overall in 2024. Here's whether we'd buy it, or another mid-size SUV.
1 Year Ago
