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Recently, we spent time with the BYD Dolphin Surf in a high-end version to assess whether it works as a practical city car.

In 2025, Chinese EV giant BYD sold a record 4.6 million vehicles, up 7.7% year-over-year, meeting its revised target and likely surpassing Tesla globally despite a cooling domestic market and price wars. The company expanded internationally and innovated with fast-charging tech. This resilience positions BYD for continued growth amid challenges.

BYD has launched yet another BEV into to the Australian market, undercutting and out teching the petrol driven competition.

Expands market coverage from just BEVs.

The facility is operating with two production shifts, and the models assembled in the country are already being delivered to dealerships nationwide.

The low price of the BYD Dolphin Mini is eye-catching, but that price only applies to China; see details of the Seagull, its range, versions, and global expansion.

The battle for supremacy in the electric vehicle sector appears to have reached a pivotal moment, with Chinese manufacturer BYD establishing a clear lead ove

The ongoing 23rd 2025 Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition, taking place from November 21 to 30, offers a useful vantage point on how global carmakers are adjusting their strategies in an evolving Chinese electric vehicle (EV) market.

The Dolphin Surf is already one of Europe’s cheapest EVs, yet BYD may have an even more affordable electric car...

BYD recently launched the Atto 1 (aka, Seagull/Dolphin Surf/Dolphin Mini) in Australia, starting at $23,990 AUD ($15,661 USD). This makes is the least expensive EV in Australia. Of note, that does not include on the road cost, but it prices the car between the Suzuki Swift and Toyota Yaris when the taxes are added in.In addition, BYD also launched the Atto 2 (aka, Yuan Up/Yuan Pro), at a starting price of $31,990 AUD ($20,884 USD). The price of this small SUV also falls between the Suzuki Fronx and Toyota Yaris Cross for drive away price.Image Credit: BYDOverall, the BYD cars are a little larger and seem to be better equipped. Legacy ICE vehicles no longer have a price advantage in Australia. I would expect BYD to follow similar pricing strategy on their upcoming product launches. And I expect other companies to follow their lead.EVs being priced at parity with comparable gasoline vehicles has significant implications. The price justification for buying an ICE car goes away. Not just for overall cost of ownership, but also for up-front cost.  People can make purchase decisions based on what fits their needs and preferences, not just their budgets.