Chinese EV Maker BYD Expanding into Luxury Hybrids and Plug-in Hybrids
By
Kazuki Suzuki
1 min read
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Will Chinese branded electric cars become more common? BYD's expansion into luxury hybrids and plug-in hybrids challenges Tesla, Toyota, and Volkswagen. The move to widen its offerings indicates a strategy beyond price point and fuel type. With lower-priced hybrids and launches in Europe, BYD aims to compete directly with gasoline cars. The timing is opportune as hybrid sales surge globally. Despite growing EV sales, hybrids offer automakers profitable advantages. BYD's profitability boost and successful strategies in markets show its potential. As the world transitions, automakers with balanced electric, gasoline, and hybrid offerings will outperform their peers.