Chinese EV giant BYD sees UK sales soar by 880%
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 7 - Chinese car making giant BYD says the UK has become its biggest market outside China, after its sales there surged by 880% in Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Chinese EV manufacturer BYD has seen its UK sales surge by 880% in September compared to the previous year, establishing the UK as its largest market outside of China. This growth coincides with record-high electric vehicle sales in the UK, a market that has not imposed tariffs on Chinese EVs, unlike the EU and US.
- BYD sold 11,271 cars in the UK last month, with its market share reaching 3.6%.
- The UK manager, Bono Ge, stated that BYD will launch more new hybrid and electric cars soon, having recently opened its 100th retail outlet.
- The UK government's £650 million ($875 million) scheme to boost EV adoption excludes Chinese-made vehicles, a decision criticized by BYD.
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BYD Reports Sales Surge in UK and Kenya as Aston Martin Warns of Losses - October 2025
Chinese EV manufacturer BYD has seen its UK sales surge by 880% in September, establishing the UK as its largest market outside of China. BYD UK sold more cars in Q1 2025 than in all of 2024, with this growth occurring in a market that has not imposed tariffs on Chinese EVs. After the recent launch of the BYD SHARK 6 in Kenya, BYD Loxea Kenya is also reporting a surge in demand. In contrast, Aston Martin Lagonda has issued a second downgrade to its financial outlook. The company is warning of increased losses exceeding £110 million due to US tariffs and supply chain disruptions.
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