Etiqueta: pickup truck

The Shark is currently only available in Mexico and BYD is not eyeing entry into the U.S. market, Reuters reported, citing the company's regional chief Stella Li.

BYD Shark, the Chinese automaker’s new energy vehicle pickup truck, officially launched in Mexico. The BYD Shark starts at $53,400.

Chinese EV maker BYD has unveiled the Shark mid-size hybrid-electric pickup truck in Mexico, marking the first time that the company has launched a new product outside its home country. The firm's Chief of Americas, Stella Li said that Mexico was chosen because of the rapid growth in demand for pickup trucks in the country. The pickup truck strengthens the EV maker's foothold in the North American market posing a rivalry to the likes of Ford, General Motors and Toyota.  Exterior and Interior highlights:

On May 15th, BYD held a press conference in Mexico to officially launch the

Automaker's first new model launch outside of China targeting light to midsize Latin American truck market.

The BYD Shark can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and supports features including in-vehicle voice control and remote vehicle management.

BYD, known for its low-cost EVs, produces many automotive components and systems for EVs on its own.

Chinese manufacturer BYD introduces a plug-in hybrid pickup intended primarily for the Mexican market. Auto123 has the details.

15 May 2024 - The recession in the global lithium and battery materials markets has finally hit home in China, with BYD, the world’s biggest maker of electrified vehicles, postponing a key project slated for Chile.