The BYD Dolphin medium family hatchback is the third electric car launched in the UK by the Chinese carmaker in six months, and with a starting price of £26,195 it offers electric motoring for about the same cost as a petrol Vauxhall Astra.
By the end of the year, BYD expects to have a UK network of 27 franchised dealerships, rising to a final figure of around 100 by the end of 2024.
Trade tariffs imposed by Europe will need to be harsh in order to arrest the future dominance of Chinese electric vehicles (EV) in its home market, according to one industry expert.
BYD has launched its third car this year, the Seal, which is a new electric saloon that will compete against the Tesla Model 3.
The future of electric vehicles (EV) is being forged in China with its leading carmakers ready to take on the world. In this first part of our analysis on what this means for the UK, we talk to industry experts on their potential to transform the British new car marketplace
Industry veteran Tony Whitehorn has been part of the UK motor industry for over 30 years holding senior roles with Renault, Toyota and most recently as president and CEO of Hyundai in the UK. Now an authoritative advisor, he has worked with both Chinese OEMs who want to tap the Chinese EV market and UK dealers who want to deliver its potential.
A trading update by Pendragon has reported a "robust performance" in the first half of 2023, despite the headwinds of rising interest rates and inflation.
BYD has confirmed prices for its new Dolphin electric hatchback will start from £25,490 as the Chinese brand looks to expand its model range in the UK.
Just over half of automotive retailers think new Chinese EV brands will force traditional car manufacturers to close due to increased competition.
The BYD Atto 3's impressive interior design, advanced technology, and focus on safety make it a compelling choice.
AM100 car dealer DM Keith has announced a partnership with UK new car market entrant Build Your Dreams (BYD).
LSH Auto UK has added the Chinese BYD electric vehicle (EV) franchise into its flagship Mercedes-Benz premium car dealership in Stockport.
Pendragon has opened the doors to two new BYD electric vehicle (EV) dealerships in Birmingham and Milton Keynes today – with a further four planned openings for the Chinese car brand.
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brand BYD has revealed that it is planning to establish a UK retail network of 100 dealerships by the end of 2025.
Europe’s established car manufacturers should be braced for an electric vehicle (EV) “price war” ahead of an influx of new brands in 2023 and beyond, according to Grant Thornton.
BYD will begin UK sales of its electric Atto 3 model in the coming weeks, following the appointment of five dealer partners.
