BYD

BYD Auto is a Chinese carmaker that became the world’s leading EV manufacturer in 2023, competing with Tesla for market share and global attention.

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EV Revolution 26 September 2025

China won the electric car race. Up next: freight trucks

Nine Chinese giants dominate a market Tesla and Volvo can barely crack.

By Ananya Bhattacharya

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EV Revolution 11 September 2025

The cold truth about EVs: Freezing weather slashes battery mileage

Innovation in China and Norway makes strides, but in most markets EVs can lose almost half their driving distance when temperatures drop.

By Arsalan Bukhari and Kinling Lo

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Ideas 12 August 2025

China’s vision for a driverless future is miles ahead of everyone else’s

Strong government backing and strict regulatory oversight of the Chinese autonomous vehicle industry contrasts sharply with the piecemeal laws and slower adoption in the U.S.

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EV Revolution 22 July 2025

BYD distracted the world while Chinese EV peers staged a coup

Even as BYD grabs headlines, a pack of Chinese automakers is quietly conquering overseas markets with aggressive pricing and localization.

By Ananya Bhattacharya

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EV Revolution 11 July 2025

Struggling Chinese EV brands go global to flee brutal price war at home

Backlash against Neta Auto in Thailand underscores risks of companies expanding abroad too soon.

EV Revolution 19 June 2025

BYD sends thousands of EVs to Brazil ahead of final tariff hike

Brazilians are rushing to buy Chinese EVs before a 35% import tax comes into effect.

By Gabriel Daros

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EV Revolution 18 June 2025

India wants its own EV market, but needs China to get there

Despite tensions with China, India is avoiding U.S.-style restrictions, hoping for a bridge to domestic innovation.

By Ananya Bhattacharya

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China Outside China 15 May 2025

Chinese startups once downplayed their origin. Now some celebrate it.

Following DeepSeek's rise, more Chinese companies are highlighting their roots as they expand overseas.

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EV Revolution 4 April 2025

Argentina lifts tariffs on EVs, pitting local favorites against cheap Chinese imports

As the country lifts tariffs on EVs, Argentines are likely to buy cheaper Chinese brands, potentially stifling the homegrown industry.

By David Feliba

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EV Revolution 19 March 2025

How Tesla blew its lead

BYD took the global EV crown. Now Chinese rivals and local startups are taking over emerging markets.

By Itika Sharma Punit and Ananya Bhattacharya

EV Revolution 12 March 2025

How BYD undercuts Tesla around the world, by the numbers

BYD is more affordable than Tesla in at least 10 places outside the West.

By Khadija Alam

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EV Revolution 4 September 2024

Malaysia’s homegrown car brands bank on cheaper models to compete with Tesla and BYD

Proton and Perodua are betting on low prices and an emotional connection with Malaysia’s drivers to compete with BYD and Tesla.

By Ushar Daniele