Damion Smy
Australian testing to play critical role in global BYD model development
Local vehicle testing will help define BYD models sold not just in Australia but globally, says the Chinese automaker.
11 Months Ago
All BYD Shark 6 News
Damion Smy
BYD Shark 6 ute lineup to grow further
The Chinese brand says it will offer Australians more choice in the pickup segment as it tackles the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux.
11 Months Ago
Damion Smy
BYD Shark 6 not threatened by Ford Ranger PHEV, says Chinese brand
The first plug-in hybrid version of Australia’s most popular ute won’t take a bite out of BYD Shark 6 sales, insists the Chinese brand.
11 Months Ago
Max Davies
Which electrified pickup would you buy?
More utes with electric assistance are arriving in Australia by the month, and here's what the CarExpert team is watching closely.
11 Months Ago
William Stopford
BYD Shark 6 deals bring cashback, financing offers
BYD is offering a trio of offers for its Shark 6, after government incentives for the plug-in hybrid ute ended on April 1.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
Which plug-in hybrids offer the longest EV range in Australia?
PHEVs are more popular than ever, and the EV-only ranges many of them offer are longer than ever. Here are the ones that can travel furthest.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
2025 BYD Shark 6 price and specs
BYD's plug-in hybrid Shark 6 ute has now been on sale for nearly six months, and it's far and away the brand's best-selling model.
1 Year Ago
CarExpert
Gravity 1, BYD Shark 0: Help wanted after epic hill climb fail
A GoFundMe campaign has been started for an owner who damaged their BYD Shark 6 ute while attempting an infamous hill climb.
1 Year Ago
Josh Nevett
Which ute should you buy in 2025?
Utes remain hugely popular among Australian new vehicle buyers, both private and fleet. Here are our top picks of the 2025 ute class.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
BYD Shark 6 payload, towing upgrades on the way… if owners want them
The BYD Shark 6's towing and payload capacities lag behind its rivals, but customer demand could soon change that for the plug-in hybrid ute.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
Which FBT-exempt PHEV should you buy in 2025?
You'll have to act quick if you want to save on a PHEV before FBT exemptions end – these are the cars the CarExpert team would choose.
1 Year Ago
Max Davies
The 10 cheapest PHEVs in Australia
Looking to snag a plug-in hybrid vehicle before the Fringe Benefits Tax exemption ends? These are your 10 cheapest options.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
BYD Shark 6 pushes past Isuzu D-Max in Australia's top 10 best-sellers
The BYD Shark 6 plug-in hybrid was Australia's third best-selling ute and sixth best-selling vehicle overall in February 2025.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
BYD Shark 6 can't take aftermarket trays, but cab-chassis version coming
BYD has told Shark 6 owners the tub of their plug-in hybrid utes can't be removed, but a cab-chassis version is in the works.
1 Year Ago
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
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
