BYD Hits Dual Milestones in Australia: 100th Global Store Launch and 60,000th Vehicle Delivery
MELBOURNE, Australia – BYD celebrated two landmark achievements in the Australian market on July 12, 2025, with the grand opening of its 100th overseas store in Melbourne and the delivery of its 60,000th vehicle to Australian customers. BYD Chairman Wang Chuanfu personally inaugurated the flagship store, BYD Caroline Springs, and presented keys to the milestone owner.
Strategic Expansion
The new Caroline Springs outlet epitomizes BYD’s premium retail strategy, offering Australia’s popular models like the BYD Shark 6 (plug-in hybrid pickup) and BYD Sealion 6 (SUV), alongside integrated sales and after-sales services. This expansion underscores BYD’s commitment to enhancing customer experience and accessibility across Australia.
Surging Market Dominance
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Explosive Growth: BYD’s Australian sales skyrocketed 103% year-on-year over the past 12 months, capturing 45% of the local plug-in hybrid market.
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EV Leadership: In H1 2025, over 80% of Australia’s electric vehicle sales originated from Chinese manufacturers, with BYD at the forefront.
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Top Brand Ranking: BYD climbed to 5th place in Australia’s June 2025 auto sales rankings, cementing its status as a mainstream choice.
Chairman Wang Chuanfu stated, "Australia is a pivotal market in BYD’s global strategy. Reaching 100 stores and 60,000 deliveries reflects our commitment to sustainable mobility and customer trust. We’ll continue accelerating the EV transition here."
About BYD
BYD (Build Your Dreams) is a global leader in new energy vehicles and power solutions, revolutionizing transportation with innovations in batteries, EVs, and renewables. Operating in over 70 countries, BYD remains the world’s top-selling NEV brand.