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Uruguay launches first BYD battery-electric buses; projecting 500 by 2015

Green Car Congress

in partnership with Chinese automaker BYD Ltd, introduced the first battery-electric 12-meter rapid transit bus in Uruguay and the region. The BYD battery technology also allows for a full charge in less than 5 hours. Buquebus and CTS Auto S.A., The bus can be charged overnight, while the electricity pricing is lower.

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BYD delivers 100 of its K9UD electric transit buses to Uruguay

Baua Electric

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has delivered 100 of its 12 meter K9UD electric transit buses to Uruguay’s largest electric public transport operator, Cutcsa. On September 19, BYD delivered 100 of its fully electric K9UD city buses to Cutcsa, Uruguay’s largest electric public transit operator. In 12m spec , that bus has a 19.5

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Cheaper EVs are starting to show up in smaller global markets – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Chinese automakers, which now have a range of lower-priced EVs to sell, are heavily targeting these markets. The company has launched the Dolphin Mini in Uruguay, Brazil and Mexico. BYD is not the only Chinese automaker targeting developing markets. kWh battery pack, and starts at around $22,500 in Mexico.

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