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Toyota plots new EV battery plant to fend off incoming BYD, low-cost Chinese EVs

Electrek

Toyota is planning to build a new EV battery plant on Japan’s “Silicon Island” to keep pace with BYD and other incoming Chinese electric car makers. The factory will strengthen Toyota’s EV supply chain while supplying batteries for its luxury Lexus brand.

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BYD calls out the US and Europe for being ‘afraid’ of Chinese EVs

Electrek

Is the West afraid of Chinese electric cars? According to BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu, there are many examples of politicians who are worried about low-cost Chinese EVs, hinting at the US and Europe.

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Toyota plots new EV battery plant to fend off incoming BYD, low-cost Chinese EVs

Baua Electric

Toyota is planning to build a new EV battery plant on Japan’s “Silicon Island” to keep pace with BYD and other incoming Chinese electric car makers. Although Toyota has been one of (if not the) biggest laggards in the global shift to electric cars, the Japanese automaker realizes it needs to compete with Chinese EV makers like BYD.

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BYD Shark heading to Australia in October

Teslarati

The BYD Shark plug-in hybrid pickup truck is heading to Australia in October, ahead of its competitors from Ford and Great Wall Motor (GWM). The 2025 BYD Shark in Australia will follow a similar name as its sibling, the Sealion 6 in Australia. BYD’s plug-in hybrid pickup truck will be called the Shark 6 Down Under.

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Canada to slap 100% tariff on Chinese EVs just as BYD preps for market debut

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Canada is set to impose a 100% tariff on Chinese EVs, following similar moves by the US and Europe. The move comes just as China’s largest EV maker, BYD , prepares to enter Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told reporters on Monday that Canada will enforce a 100% tariff on Chinese EVs. proposed in June.

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BYD and CATL aim to launch new EV batteries with 6C charge rate

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BYD and CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd) reportedly aim to launch a new electric vehicle (EV) battery with a 6C charge rate. According to local Chinese media, CATL and BYD will debut new batteries in development that can charge 100% in about 10 minutes.

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Ford shows dealers new low-cost EVs, including sedans, crossover SUVs, and pickups

Electrek

Ford is doubling down on plans to launch low-cost EVs after showing dealers several new renderings. The latest images revealed electric sedans, crossover SUVs, and pickups that could hit the market to challenge Tesla and Chinese EV leaders like BYD.

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