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Kia mulls EV plant in Thailand to take on Toyota and BYD with affordable electric cars

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Can Kia challenge Toyota, which has dominated the market in Thailand, with affordable EVs? Chinese automakers like BYD are already stealing market share, but Kia is in talks over a new EV plant in Thailand that could help position itself as an early leader. Meanwhile, Kia has bigger (or, smaller and more affordable) plans.

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BYD to kick off EV production at new Thailand plant in Q3 as overseas expansion accelerates

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BYD is now set to begin production at its new EV plant in Thailand in the third quarter as it looks to accelerate overseas sales. BYD set to begin EV production in Thailand in Q3 After showcasing its full range of brands at the Bangkok Auto Show this week, BYD said it will kick off EV production in the country in Q3.

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BYD upgrades Tang electric SUV with more range to rival Tesla’s Model Y

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Despite launching in Europe less than a year ago, BYD ‘s Tang is getting a bigger battery for more range and more. Although BYD launched its Tang EV in Norway in 2020, the electric SUV began rolling out in Germany, the Netherlands, and other major European markets last year. It’s already a leader in Thailand, Brazil, and Columbia.

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BYD breaks into Toyota-dominated Japan as EV sales climb

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BYD continues gaining ground in Japan with a wide range of affordable electric cars. The Seal is BYD’s answer to the Tesla Model 3, while the Atto 3 is a low-cost electric SUV. BYD is best known for its affordable EVs. The automaker is launching new EVs in South Korea, Mexico, Europe, Thailand, Brazil, and many others.

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BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US, even with a 100% tariff

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Its affordable electric and hybrid models are squeezing gas-powered vehicles out of China’s auto market, especially from foreign automakers. BYD’s new EV plant in Thailand opened on July 4. As BYD continues launching lower-priced EVs with more range and advanced features, several US automakers continue delaying significant projects.

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BYD is now shipping its own EVs as first cargo ship heads to Europe

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BYD is already a leader in key auto markets like Thailand , Brazil, and Columbia. Meanwhile, BYD is aiming for Tesla’s sweet spot with several mid-size electric SUVs to compete with Tesla’s Model Y. The electric SUV starts at $27,000 (189,800 yuan) with up to 411 mi (662 km) CLTC range. The BYD Explorer No.

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BYD launches $233K Yangwang U9 electric supercar that will smoke a Ferrari and can dance

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In December, the brand began deliveries of its first vehicle, the U8 off-road SUV, with starting prices over $150,000 (1,089,000 yuan). The luxury SUV has generated hype as a Mercedes G-Class and Land Rover Defender rival with 1,200 hp and premium features like tank turns and tire blowout stabilization. It also supports dual charging.

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