Dave Kavermann
Could BYD buy Volkswagen? This German economist thinks so
Could Chinese EV giant BYD one day own Volkswagen? A leading German economist thinks it's possible.
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Damion Smy
BYD offers full customer refunds after build-year error on Atto 3, Shark 6, Sealion 8
More than 1200 owners have been offered full refunds for BYDs sold as 2026-build vehicles after an 'administrative error' by the automaker.
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BYD Atto 1: New, larger model surfaces in China
A new, much larger BYD Seagull has emerged in China, but it's not clear if it'll come to Australia as a replacement for the current Atto 1.
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Top five large seven-seat PHEV family SUVs in 2026
There are plenty of family-friendly five-seat PHEVs, but sometimes you need more space. Here are the best options with three rows.
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The biggest winners and losers on the Australian new-vehicle sales charts so far in 2026
Brands such as Jeep and Peugeot continue to slide in Australia, while insurgent Chinese automakers like BYD and Chery are thriving.
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BYD delivers almost 19,000 vehicles in June – just 243 fewer than Toyota
The Chinese automaker posted its best ever sales result in Australia last month, when its market share was just 0.2 per cent smaller than Toyota’s.
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William Stopford
2027 BYD Atto 2 to follow Atto 3 with major mechanical overhaul – report
The BYD Atto 2 is still young, but the small electric SUV will score a substantial mid-life update that will move it from front- to rear-wheel drive.
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Damion Smy
BYD drops its cheapest electric sedan in Australia
The entry-level BYD Seal Dynamic has been dropped from local showrooms, reducing the electric sedan lineup to two model grades despite record sales growth for the Chinese brand.
2 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 BYD Atto 2 DM-i expected to arrive within months, could become Australia's cheapest PHEV
A plug-in hybrid version of the BYD Atto 2 small electric SUV is nearing a local launch, expected in the coming months.
2 Months Ago
Damion Smy
BYD Shark 6 Performance arrives in Australia – minus some parts
Some BYD Shark 6 utes are arriving in Australia incomplete, and some customers are opting to take delivery rather than wait for missing components.
2 Months Ago
CarExpert
Why BYD did so well at the 2026 CarExpert Choice Awards
BYD took home two trophies in this year's CarExpert Choice Awards, with the popular Shark 6 also finishing as a finalist.
2 Months Ago
Tace Clifford
Top 10 mid-size PHEV family SUVs in 2026
Here are our picks of the best plug-in hybrid medium SUVs for growing Aussie families keen to lower their fuel costs.
3 Months Ago
Damion Smy
BYD Dolphin plug-in hybrid revealed with 105km electric range
A Europe-specific version of BYD’s Dolphin hatch brings greater driving range from a plug-in hybrid powertrain, but it isn't planned for Australia.
3 Months Ago
Derek Fung
BYD's off-roader brand has its first sports sedan and wagon leaked
BYD's Fangchengbao brand will begin sales of the Formula S liftback and wagon, its first non-SUV models, later this year.
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Damion Smy
BYD to accept liability for accidents caused by its self-driving system
The Chinese automaker says it will take responsibility for any damage caused by some of its semi-autonomous driving functions.
3 Months Ago
Damion Smy
BYD to lead $13.6 million vehicle-to-grid expansion in Australia
An additional $13.6 million is being spent on Australia’s largest ‘batteries on wheels’ rollout, with BYD spearheading the expansion.
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