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Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Or support our Kickstarter campaign! BYD did not have a great start to 2026. Presumably, due to growing competition on the Chinese EV market, the ending of new energy vehicle (NEV) purchase tax exemptions in the country, and the natural ... [continued]

January 2026 electric vehicle sales show stable penetration (16%) month on month and a significant growth year on year.

Several accounts on Chinese social media Xiaohongshu (RedNote) have revealed images of the next generation of BYD “Flash Chargers” (aka, “megawatt chargers”). According to the label on the plastic wrap surrounding the charge gun, the 1000 V DC chargers offer up to 1200 kW of charging power, presumably for each gun. Other labels indicate 1500 kW and 2100 kW, which could be for the pile with two charge guns or some other system-level output. We will need to wait for confirmation. Of note, BYD’s current flash chargers introduced last March offer 1360 kW per pile, accessible via both charge guns used simultaneously. So, this is likely a bit of a performance upgrade.

Canada and South Korea are working toward a new trade deal that would bring more auto manufacturing to that country.

Ultra-luxury vehicles accounted for less than 1% of overall vehicles sales last year in China. For a long time, this market has been firmly controlled by foreign brands.

Rumors of a “DM‑i 6.0” system emerge as BYD enhances plug-in hybrids with extended electric-only range.

Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Or support our Kickstarter campaign! The luxury electrified vehicle brand of BYD, Denza, has begun formal operations in the Philippines, adding a new entrant to the country’s growing market for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The move reflects continued expansion ... [continued]

Sales of electric and plug-in hybrid cars in Mexico are being lead by BYD, which seems to thrive on challenges.

BYD wins a defamation lawsuit over the Denza B5 SUV fuel consumption against a TikTok blogger, ordering compensation of over 2 million yuan.

The Chinese automaker is investing in global growth after a tough year at home.