Month: July 2026

BYD Ranks 91st in 2026 Fortune Global 500 Shenzhen, China – July 28, 2026 – BYD ranked No. 91 on the 2026 Fortune Global 500 list released today, marking its fifth consecutive year on the prestigious index and firmly solidifying its position among the world’s top 100 enterprises In 2025, BYD delivered robust financial results and strong operational performance, reporting annual revenue of RMB 804 billion (USD 111 billion) and a net profit of RMB 32.6 billion (USD 4.5 billion). The company recorded annual New Energy Vehicle (NEV) sales of 4.6 million units, extending its leadership as the global top-selling NEV manufacturer and China’s leading automaker. This momentum continued into 2026, with cumulative sales exceeding 1.8 million units in the first six months. In July, BYD reached a major milestone as its 17-millionth NEV rolled off the production line, making it the first automaker worldwide to achieve this distinction. Underpinning BYD’s performance is its strategic commitment to a “Technology-Based, Innovation-Oriented” philosophy. In 2025, the company allocated RMB 63.4 billion (USD 8.7 billion) to research and development—a 17% increase year-on-year—ranking first among China’s A-share listed companies for the second consecutive year. In Q1 2026, R&D expenditure reached RMB 11.3 billion (USD 1.6 billion), maintaining its lead over domestic mainstream automakers and emerging EV peers. To date, BYD’s cumulative R&D investment has surpassed RMB 250 billion (USD 34.5 billion). This continuous heavy investment has accelerated the deployment of disruptive technologies. In March 2026, BYD unveiled its 2nd Generation Blade Battery and FLASH Charging technology, with plans to deploy 20,000 FLASH Charging stations across China by year-end and 6,000 stations in international markets. In May, BYD pioneered advanced mobility standards by offering a one-year safety coverage commitment for its Urban Navigate on Autopilot and making its God’s Eye-B Intelligent Driving System LiDAR Version available across its entire vehicle portfolio, accelerating mainstream adoption of urban automated driving. BYD’s global expansion gained significant momentum in 2025, with overseas sales surpassing 1 million units for the first time, reflecting a 145% year-over-year growth. International sales continued their upward trajectory in the first half of 2026, exceeding 780,000 units. The company’s globalization strategy has established strong market leadership in Latin America, key breakthroughs across Europe, and multi-market expansion in the Asia-Pacific region. Strategic developments this year include the opening of BYD’s first overseas SkyRail in Brazil and celebrating the 100,000th NEV produced at the BYD Brazil Factory; debuting the DENZA Z, Z9GT, and D9 models in Europe, establishing a new benchmark where technology drives elegance; introducing the BYD RACCO, its first model developed specifically for Japanese market; and marking the second anniversary of the BYD Thailand Factory. Today, BYD operates across 121 countries and regions, transitioning into a high-quality global enterprise rooted in localized operations. BYD’s NEVs achieved cumulative carbon reduction of over 149.05 billion kilograms (149,057,400,317 kg) across energy production and vehicle lifecycle as of June 30, equivalent to planting more than 2.48 billion trees (2,484,290,005 trees).  Demonstrating its commitment to corporate social responsibility, BYD established a RMB 3 billion (USD 413 million) educational charity fund and finalized donation agreements with 127 universities across China, supporting over 6,000 students. As a global leader in NEVs, BYD’s position among the world’s top 100 enterprises underscores the strength of its sustained technological innovation and expanding global presence. Looking ahead, BYD will continue to advance sustainable development through cutting-edge technologies and a broader global footprint, toward its vision of “Cool the Earth by 1°C.” About BYD BYD is a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Founded in 1994 as a rechargeable battery maker, BYD now boasts a diverse business scope covering automobiles, rail transit, new energy, and electronics, with over 30 industrial parks in China, the United States, Canada, Japan, Brazil, Hungary, and India. From power acquisition and storage to its applications, BYD is dedicated to providing zero-emission energy solutions that reduce global reliance on fossil fuels. Its new energy vehicle footprint now covers 6 continents, over 100 countries and regions, and more than 400 cities. Listed in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges, the company is known to be a Fortune Global 500 enterprise that furnishes innovations in pursuit of a greener world. For more information, please visit www.bydglobal.com. About BYD Auto Founded in 2003, BYD Auto is the automotive subsidiary of BYD, a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Aiming to accelerate the green transition of the global transportation sector, BYD Auto focuses on developing pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The company has mastered the core technologies of the entire industrial chain of new energy vehicles, such as batteries, electric motors, electronic controllers, and automotive-grade semiconductors. It has witnessed in recent years significant technological advancements, including the Blade Battery, the DM-i and DM-p hybrid technology, the e-Platform 3.0, the CTB and iTAC technologies, the DiSus Intelligent Body Control System, the XUANJI Architecture, and the Super e-Platform. The company is the world’s first carmaker to stop the production of fossil-fuelled vehicles on EV shift and has remained top of new energy passenger vehicle sales in China for 12 years in a row. About BYD Europe BYD Europe is headquartered in Hungary and is the first overseas branch of BYD Group, with a commitment to evolving the international brand BYD Auto to deliver safe and efficient sustainable solutions in new energy vehicles through world-leading technological innovations. For more information, please visit www.byd.com. Europe: Penny Peng, PressEU@byd.com tel: +31-102070888

DENZA makes European SUV debut with new BAO 5 First SUV from premium technology-focused brand makes European debut at the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed DMO plug-in hybrid powertrain delivers 544PS, enough for a0-100km/h time of less than five seconds 90km of pure-electric range, 835km on a full tank and a full charge Three locking electronic differentials and DiSus-P intelligent body-control system mean BAO 5 is ready to conquer the unexpected Class-leading cabin tech includes a Devialet 18-speaker audio system DENZA, the premium technology-oriented automotive brand of the BYD Group, presents its first SUV for European customers: the BAO 5. Featuring DMO off-road-focused plug-in hybrid technology and equipped with a high-quality cabin brimming with customer-focused innovations, the new arrival marks a significant moment in DENZA’s international expansion. The BAO 5 ably demonstrates the benefits of DMO plug-in hybrid power. Its mix of a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and front and rear electric motors produces a maximum system output of 544PS, enough to take the 4.9-metre-long, five-seat SUV from 0-100km/h in just 4.8 seconds. And a ladder-frame chassis and DMO’s clever control systems, plus DiSus-P intelligent hydraulic suspension, two electronic differentials and an energy centre lock, make the BAO 5 supremely versatile when the going gets tough. Stella Li, BYD Executive Vice President, commented: “Premium customers in Europe love SUVs, so we’re confident that the DENZA BAO 5 will be a huge hit here. Its sophisticated design, high-quality cabin and advanced DMO plug-in hybrid powertrain make it the perfect choice for buyers who want off-road ability without compromise on interior comforts and technologies. The flexibility of DMO means the BAO 5 is ready to conquer the unexpected – as appealing to urban users who like the idea of daily journeys on electricity alone as it is to those who want the ability to travel off road and go to 835km on a full tank and a full charge. It really is the perfect example of how DENZA’s uniquely new-energy approach delivers breakthrough models in key segments.”  DENZA’s first SUV design successfully blends function and form The BAO 5’s exterior design blends functional elements and a profile that delivers the kind of flexible practicality that premium SUV customers demand. It has an unmistakeable upright stance that exudes strength and reflects the spacious cabin, and crisp surface lines build further on the off-road image. The new arrival measures 4921mm long (Ultimate trim level), 1970mm wide and 1920mm tall – dimensions that help to deliver excellent cabin space while remaining easy to manoeuvre in everyday traffic situations. The front design is proud and assertive, with stellar ring-shaped headlights framing a dark grille that presents the DENZA badge in a clear, simple form. The scalloped lower bumper and the contrast-colour skid plate clearly identify the BAO 5 as a vehicle that is happy in rougher conditions. Along the sides, deep surfacing in the doors and squared-off wheelarch surroundings breaks up the car’s flanks, but the strong A-pillar profile, a roofline accentuated by standard aluminium roof rails and a near-vertical D-pillar frame the side glass in a functional shape that typifies protection. There’s a flash of additional body colour in the design-led panel over the C-pillar, too.   The side sills incorporate fixed steps to make it easy to get in and out of the BAO 5, and on Ultimate versions the steps deploy electrically for even better access. Chunky tail-lights sit at either side of the powered soft-closing tailgate, which features the spare wheel. A subtle roof spoiler houses the third brake light and lower skid plates hint further at the BAO 5’s off-road capability. The interior design celebrates function as much as it does form, with prominent grab handles enclosing a fascia with strong horizontal themes. These are replicated in the centre console, where they bracket a column gear selector and a line of chunky buttons for key controls – easy to access and operate, even when wearing gloves. The door armrest design features interlocking padded elements that evoke a feeling of strength and security with a chain-like visual cue.   The BAO 5’s upright stance means generous headroom, even with the standard panoramic sunroof, and the long 2800mm wheelbase delivers excellent legroom for all cabin occupants. The boot capacity (measured to the top of the seats) is a useful 475 litres, and the split rear seat can be folded down to extend this to 1069 litres – or 1736 litres when measured to the roof.   DMO platform mixes best-in-class performance with benchmark efficiency At the heart of the BAO 5 is DMO – Dual Mode Off-road, a state-of-the-art plug-in hybrid powertrain specifically designed for use in rougher conditions. It incorporates two electric motors and a Blade Battery that’s incorporated into the car’s chassis – which uses a ladder-frame configuration for extra rigidity and manoeuvrability – using Cell-to-Chassis technology. DMO is the world’s first off-road-dedicated hybrid architecture. It mixes a longitudinally mounted 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with the world’s first longitudinal electric hybrid system (EHS) and incorporates front and rear intelligent electronic differential locks with millisecond-level response for better performance in slippery conditions. The rear motor assembly, optimised specifically for off-road driving, delivers up to 8000Nm of wheel-end torque. The BAO 5’s petrol engine produces 150PS and 240Nm of torque on its own, but its primary role is to provide electricity to both the 31.8kWh Blade Battery and the electric motors. As such, the BAO 5 provides a more EV-like driving experience, focusing on the instant response and adjustability that come with all-electric power – backed up by an efficient hybrid system that ensures long range. The front and rear electric motors produce 272PS and 388PS respectively, and the BAO 5’s maximum system output is 544PS and 760Nm of torque. Those figures – well clear of PHEV rivals’ and comfortably more than conventional diesel SUVs’ – are enough for a 0-100km/h time of just 4.8 seconds in the BAO 5 Elegance, and just 5.0 seconds in the Ultimate – plus a …

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