BYD

China · Shenzhen · Founded 1995

BYD is China's largest electric vehicle maker and the world's biggest producer of plug-in vehicles, known for the Blade Battery and DM-i hybrids.

History

BYD was founded in 1995 as a rechargeable-battery maker in Shenzhen and entered the auto industry in 2003. Its Blade Battery and DM-i plug-in hybrid technology helped it overtake Tesla in global EV sales. BYD now sells across dozens of markets and operates its own battery supply chain.

Country

China

Founded

1995

Shenzhen

Sales (2025)

4.27M

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Coverage

1m· 51a

Official Website