BYD: 20 retail sites and eight EV models by 2024 now the goalMike Costello The venture between BYD's e-commerce-led importer EVDirect and public dealer giant Eagers Automotive is set to yield 20+ retail sites by 2024. 3 years ago
Brand overview: BYDVivek Shah Counting Warren Buffett amongst its investors, BYD is another entrant in the growing domestic EV space in China – and soon, Australia. 3 years ago
BYD Australia distributor now plans national EV retail network with EagersMike Costello BYD's Australian partner EVDirect.com planned on selling online and using mycar as its service partner. But it appears plans have changed. 3 years ago
China's BYD electric brand arrives from $44,381, onlineMike Costello BYD's first car is the Atto 3, a battery-driven SUV that undercuts the Hyundai Kona and Nissan Leaf, and closely rivals the outgoing MG ZS. 3 years ago
BYD Atto 3 EV: Australian reveal this week - UPDATEMike Costello EVDirect is staging an event this weekend detailing its first big-volume, affordable Chinese BYD electric car, ahead of RHD production. 3 years ago
Local BYD importer appoints mycar to be delivery, service partnerMike Costello BYD's Australian importer, which intends to sell online, has found a service and delivery partner – the company once known as Kmart Tyre & Auto. 3 years ago
Toyota and BYD co-developing new electric sedan - reportJack Quick Toyota will use BYD's 'Blade' lithium-iron-phosphate batteries for a more affordable Chinese-market sedan, set to be revealed in 2022.3 years ago
Four new brands to watch in 2022Mike Costello BYD, Cupra, Polestar and Ineos are four new brands to watch. Why? They'll expand into Australia with new business models and distinct cars. 3 years ago
BYD Yuan Plus electric SUV locked in for AustraliaMike Costello China's Buffett-backed Tesla competitor is seemingly expanding at pace into Australia, with an electric SUV and a $35k small EV hatch promised soon. 3 years ago
Tesla to source batteries from BYD - reportWilliam Stopford Tesla is reportedly looking at sourcing batteries from Chinese company BYD, which could be used in a sub-Model 3 vehicle.4 years ago
BYD T3 van becomes Australia's cheapest electric carMike Costello The Chinese BYD T3 electric urban logistics van is now on sale for under $35,000 before on-road costs, with a claimed 300km range4 years ago
Electric 2022 BYD E6 set for local launch with $40k list priceWilliam Stopford The outfit that'll soon introduce Australia's cheapest electric van is readying the launch of Australia's cheapest electric passenger car: the BYD E6.4 years ago
