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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.
3 Months Ago
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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.
3 Months Ago
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.
3 Months Ago
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.
4 Months Ago
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.
4 Months Ago
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.
4 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.
4 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.
4 Months Ago
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.
4 Months Ago
James Wong
BYD Sealion 7 EV more popular than Outlander, CX-5 and Tucson mid-size SUVs
China's BYD has hit the top three in Australia's hottest vehicle segment, with the Sealion 7 electric SUV beating out household favourites.
4 Months Ago
Damion Smy
BYD sales slump in China as rivals capitalise
BYD may be making waves globally, but its domestic market sales are down as competitors set record results in China.
4 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Warren Buffett bails on BYD – report
After 17 years and a $10 billion profit, Warren Buffett’s investment company has severed ties with electric car specialist BYD.
4 Months Ago
William Stopford
BYD Shark 6 gets higher payload thanks to GVM upgrade
Ironman 4x4 has launched a range of kits that increase the GVM of the BYD Shark 6 to 3850kg and payload to 1140kg, with each priced at $4190.
5 Months Ago
James Wong
Tesla slumps, VW shines in European EV sales race
Europe's EV and PHEV market looks pretty different to Australia's, with latest figures showing a turning of the tides.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
BYD Sealion 6 gets new long-range flagship
BYD's new range-topping Sealion 6 combines the new Extended Range battery, all-wheel drive, and top-spec Premium trim. It's priced at $52,990 before on-road costs.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
BYD Shark 6 drive-away deal brings thousands in savings for some buyers
BYD Shark 6 customers can save upwards of $3000 on the popular plug-in hybrid ute if they take delivery by September 30, 2025.
5 Months Ago
