Etiqueta: EU

Steve Hanley wrote an article yesterday about EV sales in China in May. In response, Larry Evans wrote a long, enlightening comment regarding BYD that deserves more attention. Here it is (with only slight editing): By Larry Evans One thing over the past month that is starting to crystalize is ... [continued]

The Dolphin Surf, a hatchback, will retail for around $25,000 in the UK and EU, three times the Chinese price, partly thanks to tariffs.

BYD’s race to the top spot of IMD’s Future Readiness Indicator shows how keeping an eye on your core business while scaling up a few clear priorities is key to success.

EU tariffs may limit discounting but Chinese carmakers will appeal to consumers with advanced technology

On June 7, the 2025 Chongqing International Auto Exhibition opened, with European media traveling to China to attend the event and visit Chinese automotive giant Changan Automobile.

It’s no secret — China’s electric vehicle market is the most developed in the world. Related to that, EVs account for about half of the country’s new car sales, and it’s a hyper-competitive market where many automakers are struggling to scale up, outcompete each other on price, and eventually make ... [continued]

BYD, Chery Push Hybrids to Avoid Tariffs in Europe

BERLIN/LONDON/DETROIT (Reuters) -Frank Eckard, CEO of a German magnet maker, has been fielding a flood of calls in recent weeks. Exasperated automakers and parts suppliers have been desperate to find alternative sources of magnets, which are in short supply due to Chinese export curbs. "The whole car industry is in full panic," said Eckard, CEO of Magnosphere, based in Troisdorf, Germany.

May saw plugin EVs take 33.7% share of the UK auto market, up from 25.7% year-on-year. BEVs grew in volume by 26% YoY, while PHEVs grew 51%.

BYD is making its presence felt in the UK after registrations jumped more than fivefold last month. The EV leader...