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BYD Named to Fortune Global 500 List

August 3, 2022 by

NEW YORK (Aug. 3, 2022) — For the first time, BYD (Build Your Dreams) has been named to the Fortune Global 500 list.

A newcomer to the list, BYD’s high-tech enterprise encompasses a product line that includes battery electric automobiles, heavy duty electric vehicles including transit buses and Class 8 trucks, rail transit products including SkyRail, Type D and Type A battery electric school buses, material handling and new energy solutions and electronic devices.

BYD Headquarters is Shenzhen, China. Undated photo.

Backed by its innovative technologies, such as the Blade Battery, DM-i super hybrid technology, and the e-platform, BYD sold 730,093 passenger vehicles in 2021, including 593,745 new energy passenger vehicles, with a YoY increase of 231.6%. In the first half of 2022, BYD sold 638,157 new energy passenger vehicles, up 324.8% YoY.

As Fortune noted, BYD’s aggregate sales increase of 19%, is the highest annual growth rate in the list’s history.

BYD’s North American headquarters is in Los Angeles, with a manufacturing facility in Lancaster, California and service centers across the United States and Canada. Known for its safe and innovative transit products, BYD began manufacturing school buses for the US market this year.

In March, BYD, “The Official Sponsor of Mother Nature” ceased its production of cars powered only by internal combustion engines, now only producing battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

On July 21, BYD announced its official entry into the passenger vehicle market in Japan, marking a new chapter in the globalization of BYD passenger vehicles.

BYD, AVSTA agree on battery electric school buses for students in the Antelope Valley

August 3, 2022 by

LANCASTER, Calif. (Aug 1, 2022) — BYD and the Antelope Valley Schools Transportation Agency (AVSTA) announced Monday a plan to bring 20 battery electric school buses to students in the Antelope Valley.

BYD School Bus — LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA (AUG. 1, 2022) Built in Lancaster, California, the BYD Type D Battery Electric School Bus, shown here, has a top speed of 65 miles per hour and a range of up to 155 miles. It can be charged in as little as 3 hours and seats up to 84 passengers. School districts buying the bus can be eligible for federal and state grant monies. To learn more contact BYD.SchoolBus@byd.com

The buses will be built in Lancaster, California at the BYD Coach & Bus facility by members of the SMART Union.

“It’s great to see our community take advantage of funding that’s out there for electric school buses,” BYD Senior Vice President Patrick Duan said. “This agreement puts the community on the road to being the nation’s first region with fully electric transit and school buses. We are proud of our close partnerships here.”

AVSTA CEO Morris Fuselier III expressed excitement about the announcement and noted it would be just the first step on a journey to brijng clean transportation to the students of the region.

“All of us here at AVSTA are very excited about our partnership with BYD,” Fuselier said. “We here in the Antelope Valley are concerned about not only the health of our environment, but we are also focused on the health and wellbeing of our students, the future of our valley and our country. This is the beginning of our effort to build the largest electric school bus fleet in the state that will provide clean, efficient transportation to our students while protecting the clean, fresh air and blue skies of our home, the Antelope Valley. With partners like BYD and the support of the City of Lancaster, we will certainly succeed in insuring a brighter, cleaner future.”

The plan to bring battery electric school buses to the students oft he Antelope Valley was also hailed by local leaders including Lancaster Mayor R. Rex Parris, who noted that AVSTA is on a path to become the first school transportation provider in California to operate a complete fleet of zero emission school buses.

“Just a few short years ago we were told this was not possible, ” Parris said. “But, we found a way to work together to make this golden opportunity a reality for the Antelope Valley and our schools. We want to create a template for the world to follow: If you do this, our grandchildren will survive global climate change. When that bus takes off after dropping them off, they won’t be breathing that exhaust, which is nothing but poison.“

BYD School buses are eligible for federal and state purchase incentives offered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Those interested in the opportunities are encouraged to reach out to BYD.SchoolBus@byd.com

When it comes to zero-emission transportation, BYD brings innovation and cutting-edge technologies to forward-thinking communities and private enterprises. The only pure electric vehicle manufacturer in the U.S. to have an all-union workforce and a pioneering Community Benefits Agreement, BYD’s Lancaster, Calif., workforce includes a growing number of second-chance employees, single parents and veterans. BYD has sold more than 70,000 electric buses worldwide. It’s products can be found on streets from London to Indianapolis.

BYD, the Official Sponsor of Mother Nature, stands hand-in-hand with those across the U.S. interested in combating climate change.

BYD Enters the Passenger Vehicle Market in Japan, Ushering in a New Era of E-Life

July 21, 2022 by

Tokyo, Japan – On July 21, BYD AUTO JAPAN Inc., a branch of BYD Company Limited in Japan, announced its entry into the passenger vehicle market in Japan debuting three models – BYD ATTO 3, BYD DOLPHIN and BYD SEAL.

Wang Chuanfu, Chairman and President of BYD, Liu Xueliang, General Manager of BYD Asia-Pacific Auto Sales Division, Atsuki Tofukuji, Chairman and General Manager of BYD AUTO JAPAN, and other guests attended the conference.

These three electric vehicles will bring more choice and vitality to the EV market in Japan, delivering a safe, comfortable and green driving experience. ATTO 3 is expected to go on sale in January. The DOLPHIN and SEAL respectively will be available for purchase in the middle and second half of 2023.

BYD ATTO 3, BYD DOLPHIN and BYD SEAL were presented at the conference

BYD Chairman and President Wang Chuanfu acknowledged BYD’s long relationship with the Japanese market and said he greatly appreciates the opportunity to grow.

“Over the years, BYD has been deeply engaged in the Japanese market and has accumulated a good market and brand foundation through its pure electric buses, energy storage systems, pure electric forklifts and other businesses,” Wang said. “Today, with the support and expectation of consumers, BYD officially hits the new energy passenger vehicle market in Japan. The longest journey starts with a single step, and we greatly cherish this business opportunity. Full of respect and dedication, we are devoted to providing Japanese consumers with leading technologies, excellent products and high-quality services, aiming to deliver an exceptional travel experience.”

Online speech by Wang Chuanfu, Chairman and President of BYD

General Manager of BYD Asia-Pacific Auto Sales Division Liu Xueliang unveiled BYD’s slogan for the market — “Hello e-life.”

“Starting from today, BYD will, together with Japanese dealers and partners from all walks of life, launch electric vehicle products suitable for people in Japan,” Liu said. “With a goal of “e-travel for everyone” and a slogan of ‘Hello, e-Life’, we are committed to achieving low-carbon lifestyle in Japan.”

Speech by Liu Xueliang, General Manager of BYD Asia-Pacific Auto Sales Division

BYD started serving Japanese customers with rechargeable batteries in 1999. Later, BYD provided the local market with new energy storage products, solar energy products, pure electric buses, pure electric forklifts and other products to help Japan achieve green and sustainable development. Since the delivery of the first batch of zero-emission buses to Kyoto in 2015, the excellent performance of BYD’s pure electric buses have won the approval and support of Japanese customers. Large-scale operation has been achieved in cities including Fukushima, Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nagasaki and Okinawa. EVs are effective solution for Japan to reduce oil dependence, improve air quality and promote the implementation of “Green Growth Strategy Through Achieving Carbon Neutrality in 2050”.

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About BYD

BYD (Build Your Dreams) is a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. BYD now has four industries including Auto, Electronics, New Energy, and Rail Transit. Since its foundation in 1995, the company quickly developed solid expertise in rechargeable batteries and has become a relentless advocate of sustainable development, successfully expanding its renewable energy solutions globally with operations in over 50 countries and regions. Its creation of a Zero Emissions Energy Ecosystem, comprising affordable solar power generation, reliable energy storage, and cutting-edge electrified transportation, has made it an industry leader in the energy and transportation sectors. BYD is a Warren Buffet-backed company and is listed both on the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges. More information on the company can be found at http://www.byd.com.

Contact:
Asia-Pacific: Mia Gu, mia.gu@byd.com tel: +86-755-8988-8888-69666
Europe: Penny Peng, PressEU@byd.com tel: +31-102070888
North America: Frank Girardot, frank.girardot@byd.com tel: +1 213 245 6503
Latin America: Sofίa Mardones, sofia.mardones@byd.com tel: +56 9 9821 6851
Brazil: Adalberto Maluf, adalberto.maluf@byd.com tel: +19 3514 2554
Africa: Nikki Li, li.namin@byd.com tel: +86-18938862670

BYD Double Decker C10MS is first of its kind to pass rigorous federal durability testing at Altoona Lab

June 7, 2022 by

ALTOONA, Pa. (JUNE 7, 2022) — A BYD C10MS became the first battery electric double decker bus to pass rigorous durability road testing under the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) guidelines at the Model Bus Testing Program in Altoona, Pa.

A BYD C10MS became the first battery electric double decker bus to pass rigorous durability road testing under the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) guidelines at the Model Bus Testing Program in Altoona, Pa.

The C10MS joins a full range of BYD zero-emission vehicles that have passed the Altoona test, which is considered the most significant durability challenge for transit and coach buses in the world.

“This is another proud achievement for BYD,” said BYD Senior Vice President for Operations Patrick Duan. “The BYD C10MS is not only a luxury double decker coach, but it is also practical, as it serving the needs of commuters and tourists throughout the world. We appreciate our many U.S. customers who have already deployed this zero-emission coach in their operations and look forward to delivering many more of them.”

Established in 1989 by the Pennsylvania Transportation Institute with funding provided by the Federal Transit Administration, the Larson Transportation Institute’s Bus Research and Testing Center in Altoona Pennsylvania, tests buses for safety, structural integrity, durability, performance, maintainability, noise, emissions, energy economy, and fuel economy. Based primarily in Altoona, the Center also has a facility located at the Larson Transportation Institute Test Track in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.

BYD offers the widest range of battery-electric bus and coach models in the United States, ranging from 23-foot motor coaches on up the 60-foot K11M. In all, seven BYD models have completed Altoona durability testing.

BYD Forklift unveils advanced products at LogiMAT

May 31, 2022 by

STUTTGART, Germany (MAY 31, 2022) — BYD (Build Your Dreams) will display the new heavy-duty BYD ECB 70/80 — its highest capacity counterbalance forklift at LogiMAT.

European premiere of the heavy-duty BYD ECB70/80 counterbalance forklift.

Since the previous staging of LogiMAT in 2019, BYD Forklift has significantly expanded its range of award-winning forklifts. The new heavy-duty BYD ECB 70/80 is BYD’s highest-capacity counterbalance forklift to date, and is being displayed in an outside area (between halls 9 and 10) to reflect its suitability for use both inside the warehouse and outside in the yard. Representing a breakthrough in a sector dominated by diesel- and lead acid-powered trucks, the BYD ECB70/80 can operate for up to nine hours on one charge. BYD’s advanced charging intelligence means with just one hour of charging, its range can be extended a further two to three hours, making it an attractive proposition for high-intensity operations in sectors such as manufacturing, beverage and building products.

LogiMAT visitors are also among the first in Europe to see the BYD ECB20S, a three-wheel counterbalance with a 2-tonne capacity that ensures BYD offers a complete product range to meet every customer’s needs. Originally scheduled to make its public debut at the cancelled 2020 staging of LogiMAT, the all-purpose BYD ECB20S has attracted considerable attention from busy logistics operations thanks partly to its flexible zero-maintenance battery options that offer the highest-possible levels of availability.

Making their European debuts are a pair of powered pallet trucks from BYD each offering lifting capacities up to 2 tonnes. The BYD PTP20P features a fixed ride-on platform and side panels, and has been optimised in virtually every area to improve operator safety and ergonomics, as well as manoeuvrability and energy efficiency. The new BYD PTW20Si, designed for use in retail, supermarket and stores for easier picking and transportation tasks, boasts a compact design, light weight and the ability to lift up to 750mm.

As well as introducing models into existing ranges that offer greater choice of capacities, BYD has launched the SEF range of counterbalance trucks, which have been designed to bring a cost-effective forklift to low-level users who may previously have believed the advantages of a lithium solution were beyond their reach. Visitors to BYD’s stand have the opportunity to see at close quarters the new BYD SEF35 for the first time, which has been carefully configured to deliver similar driving and performance characteristics as a diesel forklift with an equivalent capacity.

As a global leader in NEVs, BYD is renowned for making significant advancements in charging technology, and takes the opportunity at LogiMAT to display a number of its smart chargers. As well as a continuous drive to extract the greatest performance using the lowest-possible energy consumption, BYD offers a new smart charger with flexible charging configurations that optimise energy use for any material handling application. Uniquely, BYD manufactures its efficient next-generation chargers and batteries in-house, making it the only manufacturer with the ability to ensure its forklifts are fitted with a tailored battery solution.

The line-up of BYD products at LogiMAT are completed by further Iron-Phosphate Battery-powered zero-emission models from its extensive range. Demonstrating it has a truck for every purpose, BYD is showing the rugged BYD ECB50 with a 5-ton lifting capacity, and the BYD EPS14Pi, a manual stacker with a capacity of 3,000 pounds and lifting heights of up to 17 feet.

Finally, BYD is unveiling tools that help fleet managers keep tabs on their vehicles whilst also helping them to optimize remotely their energy use and battery management.

“Since we were last at LogiMAT in 2019, we have driven advancement in areas such as active safety, telematic solutions and charging technology at a rapid pace,” says Blade Feng, Forklift Business Unit Director, BYD Europe B.V. “As a specialist in lithium technology, we are looking forward to speaking with visitors to LogiMAT who are interested to explore the improved flexibility and potential total cost of ownership savings offered by a switch to BYD.”

“We are particularly excited to launch to the European market our new models, including the heavy-duty BYD ECB70/80, a true ‘diesel killer’ that finally brings a zero-emission solution with no compromise on performance to a sector that has relied for too long on polluting IC engines.”

“We would also like to use our presence at LogiMAT to speak with potential new dealers seeking to offer a complete lithium solution to their customers. Also, we encourage operators to get up-close to our forklifts, to see the build quality for themselves and to acknowledge the high comfort and visibility levels from the cabin.”

BYD Iron-Phosphate Batteries come with the most advanced design, highest levels of safety and an industry-leading 8-year (or 10,000-hour) warranty, offering customers a safe, reliable, and long-term materials handling equipment partner supported by a growing network of local dealers.

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1000th BYD ADL Electric Bus Delivered in UK

May 31, 2022 by

ABERDEEN, Scotland (May 29, 2022) — Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) and BYD UK jointly announced that their electric vehicle partnership, the UK’s leading electric bus producer, has delivered its 1000th zero-emission bus. The BYD ADL Enviro400EV double decker was part-funded by the Scottish Government and handed over to Stagecoach Bluebird in Aberdeen during Scottish Bus Week in the presence of the Scottish Government’s Minister for Just Transition, Employment and Fair Work.

The 1000th BYD ADL electric bus delivered to Stagecoach in Aberdeen, Scotland.

Working in partnership since 2015, ADL is a subsidiary of leading independent global bus manufacturer NFI Group Inc. (NFI), and BYD is a global leader in batteries, energy management and electric mobility.
Sales of the market-leading, British-built BYD ADL Enviro200EV single decker and BYD ADL Enviro400EV double decker have accelerated rapidly as the transition to zero-emission mobility gathers pace in the United Kingdom. While it took five years to reach the 500th BYD ADL electric bus, the partnership has now delivered its 1000th vehicle just one year later.
This bus is the last of a fleet of 22 BYD ADL Enviro400EV double deckers which Stagecoach bought for services in Aberdeen with financial support from the Scottish Ultra-Low Emission Bus Scheme. Stagecoach has since confirmed an order for an additional 13 electric buses of the same type for Aberdeen following the award of funding through the Scottish Government’s follow-on scheme, the Zero-Emission Bus Challenge Fund.
At an event during the inaugural Scottish Bus Week, Minister for Just Transition, Employment and Fair Work, Richard Lochhead MSP, joined ADL’s National Account Manager Marie Connell in handing over the anniversary bus to Stagecoach Bluebird Managing Director, Peter Knight, before touring the newly installed EV charging hub at Stagecoach’s Aberdeen Tullos Depot.
Minister for Just Transition, Employment and Fair Work, Richard Lochhead said: “I’m really pleased to witness the 1000th electric bus manufactured by ADL – a great example of successful collaboration between Scottish operators and manufacturers, supported by Scottish Government funding.
“Through the Scottish Ultra-Low Emission Scheme we’ve supported the introduction of 22 new electric buses here in Aberdeen for Stagecoach Bluebird.
“Alongside free travel for under-22s and over half a billion pounds in long term funding for bus priority infrastructure, we’re putting buses at the heart of Scotland’s just transition to net-zero by helping people choose to travel more sustainably. We can only achieve that transition by working together.”Marie Connell, National Account Manager at ADL, said: “This milestone demonstrates the incredible pace at which the transition to zero-emission mobility is now happening thanks to bus companies’ drive for innovation and Government support.
“With 1000 electric buses now on the road, our customers benefit from the BYD ADL partnership’s unrivalled experience. Stagecoach’s new order for another 13 of these electric double deckers will further extend the benefits as passengers will enjoy a smooth and quiet ride and the people of Aberdeen will breathe cleaner air.”
Peter Knight, Managing Director for Stagecoach Bluebird, said: “We are all really excited to be sharing BYD ADL’s celebration of delivering its 1000th fully electric bus. Introducing these new vehicles reflects the investment both we and Scottish Government are making thanks to the Scottish Ultra-Low Emission Bus Scheme and the funding made available to support the delivery of the new buses.
“There has never been a more important time to take action to address the climate emergency and play a part in helping Scotland deliver on its net zero ambitions whilst improving local air quality in Aberdeen.
“The introduction of these 22 new fully electric buses on our bus routes in Aberdeen reflect our commitment to creating a greener, smarter, safer and healthier country and at the same time will deliver major benefits for the region and our customers.”
Frank Thorpe, Managing Director, BYD UK, said: “BYD is delighted to be part of this successful partnership, which continues to go from strength to strength as the desire for zero-emission electric buses gains real momentum throughout the UK. This momentous handover to Stagecoach Aberdeen underlines how BYD ADL electric buses are becoming ‘the eBus brand of choice’ for many operators, as a result of our combined specialist expertise and world-leading technology.”