BYD Achieves Dual Breakthroughs in Technology and Global Expansion During May-June 2025

Demonstrated remarkable momentum in May-June 2025, showcasing parallel surges in technological innovation and international market penetration. The period solidified BYD’s position as a global leader in new energy vehicles (NEVs), driven by record sales, strategic overseas investments, and accelerated deployment of next-generation technologies.

1. Record Sales and Smart Driving Dominance

BYD reported 377,000 NEV sales in May 2025 (+14% YoY), with pure electric models surging 40% year-on-year. Key drivers included:

• Song Series: 74,949 units sold (Jan-May cumulative: 429,000), leveraging DM-i hybrid tech and L3 autonomous features.

• Seagull EV: 60,131 units, dominating the A0 segment with 405km CLTC range.

• Premium Brands: Fang Cheng Bao sales skyrocketed 418% (13,000 units), while Denza reached 15,800 units (+29%).

Crucially, smart-driving-enabled vehicles accounted for nearly 1/3 of BYD’s mainstream sales, with "Tian Shen Zhi Yan" (God’s Eye) autonomous systems installed in 207,000 units in May alone.

2. Global Footprint Expansion

BYD’s overseas strategy yielded unprecedented results:

• Exports: 89,000 units in May (+137% YoY), pushing Jan-May exports to 374,200 (+112%). Key models included Yuan PLUS, Seagull, and the BYD SHARK pickup.

• European Hub: Established European HQ in Budapest (May 15) and launched Seagull in 15 countries.

• Americas Push: SHARK pickup entered Chile, while Seal 07 EV expanded to Guatemala.

• Logistics Scale: 7th ro-ro vessel (7,000-car capacity) deployed; "Shenzhen" carrier delivered 7,300 vehicles to Brazil.

The company amplified global influence through sponsorships, becoming official vehicle partner for the Uzbekistan National Football Team and UEFA U-21 Championship.

3. Technology Acceleration

BYD unveiled critical advancements:

• New Models:

  • *Seal 07 DM-i* (May 8): Fifth-gen DM tech + Yun C suspension + God’s Eye ADAS.

  • e7 (May 17): Mid-size electric sedan with DiLink 100 cockpit.

• R&D Commitment: Q1 2025 R&D spending hit ¥14.223B ($1.96B), exceeding net profit (¥9.155B) for 13th consecutive year. Focus areas include Blade Battery upgrades and vertical supply chain integration.

4. Industry Leadership Initiatives

In a landmark move (June 11), BYD slashed supplier payment terms to 60 days—down from 127 days—responding to China’s SME protection policies. This triggered similar reforms across automakers including FAW and Geely. Domestically, BYD streamlined pricing via "one-price" strategy for non-ADAS models to boost demand.

5. Forward Strategy

BYD outlined three priorities:

• Premium Push: Flagships like Han L, Tang L, and Denza N9 to enhance margins.

• Global Profit Growth: Targeting 800,000 exports in 2025, leveraging 30%+ overseas price premiums.

Executive Insight

Wang Chuanfu, BYD Chairman, emphasized: "Our dual focus on cutting-edge R&D and global localization is unlocking sustainable growth. As we compress supply chain cycles and deploy AI-driven mobility solutions, BYD isn’t just selling cars—we’re redefining efficiency benchmarks for the industry."

About BYD
BYD (Build Your Dreams) is a global leader in new energy vehicles and clean technology, specializing in EVs, batteries, solar storage, and rail transit. Listed in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, it operates in over 70 countries with 600,000+ employees.