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EXPLAINED: Byd - The Real Truth

I Drove China's Best-Selling Car. It's On Top For A Reason

The Geely EX2, or Xingyuan, outsells everything Tesla and BYD make. In five minutes with it, you understand why.

InsideEVs

I tried the Chinese EV chargers that rival petrol filling speeds – and they’re coming to the UK

BYD’s ultra-fast Flash Chargers can fill an EV’s battery in a matter of minutes – and they’re coming to the UK this year

The Independent UK

BYD promises portfolio of European designed and built cars for Europe

The new BYD Dolphin G will be the first of a range of cars made specially for the European market, with loads more to come

The Independent UK

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‘I agree with people’s comments’: BYD boss Stella Li just shared her thoughts on the Ferrari Luce

The world (and the Pope) has had their opinion on the first all-electric Ferrari, but what does the boss of a rival brand think of it, and would BYD in Formula One help her company to compete?

The Independent UK

Why any 12th team project would face an uphill battle amid BYD rumours

What's behind new BYD rumours and Formula 1's 12th team talks as Christian Horner considers his next move

Autosport

Frozen To -22 Degrees, BYD’s New EV Just Charged To 97% In Only 12 Minutes

The new Denza Z9GT is powered by BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery tech, which makes EV recharging as quick as getting gas.

InsideEVs

I’ve driven China’s Land Rover Defender rival and it’s very good

The BYD Ti7 seven-seat plug-in hybrid SUV is heading for the UK with Land Rover in its sights, impressive quality and an expected price under £50,000

The Independent UK

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Western Carmakers in Trouble as Companies Battle to Keep Up With the Chinese EV Boom

China's rapid advancements in electric vehicles and automotive technology are challenging Western and Japanese carmakers, reshaping the global automotive industry and sparking a race for technological dominance.

International Business Times UK

Tesla Was Supposed To Be Losing Europe. The Data Says Otherwise

Tesla’s European sales are growing again after a brutal 2025, but BYD’s rapid rise shows the comeback story is more complicated than it looks.

InsideEVs

BYD’s compact new car is set to be UK’s cheapest plug-in hybrid

BYD’s new small car promises electric commuting with petrol power back up, and first deliveries later this year

The Independent UK

Just 1% Of EVs Made Up A Huge Amount Of Sales Last Year. Here Are The Winners.

Last year, there were over 600 electric models sold across the world. Just five of them—including two Teslas—made up 20% of all EV sales.

InsideEVs

Mercedes-Benz's Electric Super Sedan Has A New Kind Of EV Motor And Unprecedented Charging Speed

The Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe has 1,153 horsepower, 600 kW charging, and a type of motor never seen in an electric car before.

InsideEVs

Big Chinese BYD Ti7 seven-seat SUV rivals Land Rover

The new BYD Ti7 is a big, boxy plug-in hybrid SUV with seven seats, four-wheel drive and up to 79 miles of electric range

The Independent UK

BYD's New Blade Battery Is Brilliant, But Good Luck Taking It Apart

BYD's new Blade battery is a thing of wonders with ultra-fast charging. But as one team discovered, repairing one could be a challenge.

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The Independent UK

Chinese EV brands are forcing Ford into an electric Fiesta comeback

DRIVESMART: In the latest DriveSmart newsletter, motoring expert Steve Fowler explains why Ford is pinning its hopes on a Fiesta-style electric comeback as Chinese car makers such as BYD and MG pile pressure on Europe’s biggest brands

Fortune

While Detroit blinked on EVs, the Iran war has handed Chinese automakers the opportunity of a lifetime

“As tragic as it is—war is tragic for anyone involved—it is probably one of the best things that could have happened to the Chinese EV makers,” said one expert.

The Economic Times

Want to jump into the 'China is back' rally? Tread carefully

Investors are increasingly betting that “China is back” as the economy rebounds from years of deflation, helped by strong manufacturing, exports and growth in sectors such as AI, electric vehicles, green energy and high-end manufacturing. China’s GDP grew 5% in the first quarter, while tech and industrial stocks in Hong…

BYD just released one of the most impressive, low priced EVs yet – meet the 2026 Seagull

A 250-mile range, LiDAR self-drive and a low price tag? EV is hitting the mainstream on another level

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The Guardian - UK

UK drivers struggle to get insurance for Chinese EVs such as Jaecoo

Firms do not offer cover for some models, or charge more than for equivalent petrol cars, research finds

TechRadar

“I think it can be a point of no return” — experts issue warning as Chinese EV manufacturers hunt for European manufacturing plants

Chinese EV makers are pushing into Europe with plans to snap up idle manufacturing facilities

Euronews

BYD in talks to buy idle European car plants as it eyes Maserati

BYD is in talks with Stellantis and other carmakers about buying underused European plants, according to the Chinese carmaker's vice-president.

The Guardian - UK

EU carmakers pave way for Chinese rivals as balance in market shifts

Many European motoring manufacturers are in retreat with plants to off–load – while China’s industry is on the march

The Independent UK

A plug-in hybrid from just £26,995 – and yes, it’s Chinese

BYD’s cheapest plug-in hybrid SUV is coming to the UK with up to 55 miles of electric range and 621 miles overall

The Independent UK

What is a PHEV? The four types of hybrid car explained

Not all hybrid cars are alike – here’s what you need to know before you buy yours

Reason

Congress Ramps Up Its Crusade Against Chinese Cars Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting

Chinese cars are cheap and widely popular, but Americans can't buy them.

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