BYD Enters Swiss Market, Pioneering New Trends in Electric Mobility

Official Launch in Switzerland

Chinese new energy vehicle leader BYD has officially entered the Swiss market with a grand brand launch event held on April 1-2, 2025. The flagship store located in Zurich's Bahnhofstrasse financial district marks a significant step in BYD's European expansion strategy.

Flagship Models for Swiss Consumers

BYD introduces three cutting-edge models to Switzerland:

BYD SEAL: Featuring revolutionary Blade Battery technology that maximizes battery pack volume utilization.

BYD SEALION 7: A mid-size SUV boasting impressive acceleration (0-100km/h in just 5.9 seconds).

SEAL U DM-i: A plug-in hybrid SUV with DM Super Hybrid technology delivering exceptional 1,200+ km comprehensive range.

Strategic Retail Expansion

BYD is implementing an ambitious Swiss market penetration strategy:

• First showroom opened at Uraniastrasse 31 in Zurich city center with partner Harmony

• Two additional locations coming

BYD Makes Grand Debut at 2025 Seoul Motor Show with SEAL Model Launch

Exhibition Highlights

On April 3, BYD showcased its full brand lineup of 8 models at the 2025 Seoul Motor Show. The star of the event was the official unveiling and pre-sale announcement of the BYD SEAL, presented under the theme "BYD Tech Wave" to demonstrate the company's cutting-edge EV technologies to the Korean market.

Technology Leadership & Market Strategy

Liu Xueliang, General Manager of BYD Asia-Pacific Auto Sales Division, emphasized: "BYD's core philosophy is technology-driven innovation, creating mobility solutions that combine safety, performance and sustainability. We're committed to making smart, eco-friendly transportation accessible to all consumers."

Cho In-chul, BYD Korea's passenger vehicle representative, added: "The SEAL represents our groundbreaking CTB technology and embodies BYD's engineering excellence. Its aerodynamic design, sporty performance and advanced tech will strengthen our brand in

U.S. 25% Auto Tariff Impact: Key Insights for Global Car Buyers and Dealers

How the New U.S. Tariffs Affect Chinese Automakers

While Chinese finished vehicle exports to the U.S. remain limited (approximately 116,000 units in 2024, primarily from American brands like GM and Ford), the real pressure falls on auto parts suppliers. China's auto component exports to the U.S. have been declining, with $8.33 billion shipped between January-November 2024, accounting for 10.6% of total U.S. auto parts imports. Chinese suppliers must now increase North American localization and U.S. sourcing to mitigate tariff impacts.

Major Challenges for Japanese, Korean and German Manufacturers

Japan (1.37 million units), Korea (1 million units) and Germany (550,000 units) face direct export reductions of 270,000, 200,000 and 160,000 vehicles respectively. These automakers now struggle to balance volume and profitability, forced to either raise prices or accelerate U.S. production - potentially leading to industrial

Changan Auto Enters European Market and the Global Outlook of "Made in Chongqing" Vehicles

Changan's European Market Strategy

Brand Launch and Market Expansion: On March 21, 2025, Changan Automobile held its European brand launch in Mainz, Germany, marking its official entry into the European market. The event showcased nine new models across its three brands (Changan, Deepal, and Avatr).

Market Plan: Changan plans to expand to at least 10 European regional markets by the end of 2025 and establish a comprehensive business presence across Europe by 2028. The company will set up its own national sales companies in Europe and plans to open up to 60 showrooms in the UK.

Localization Strategy: Changan will promote localized product R&D and manufacturing in Europe. Its European R&D team will deeply participate in product design and optimization to ensure vehicles meet European consumer preferences. The company may establish local manufacturing plants in Europe to reduce costs and improve supply

Zhongtong Bus Expands Global Footprint with Record Chile Order and Strong Overseas Performance

Major Export Orders

On March 26, 2025, Zhongtong Bus celebrated the shipment of the first batch of 895 pure electric buses to Chile, marking the largest single export order of Chinese buses to Chile in recent years.

This shipment represents Zhongtong's third "super order" in three years. Previous major contracts include:

• 1,000 buses to Kyrgyzstan (May 20, 2023)
• 1,022 buses to Saudi Arabia (February 21, 2024)

Global Market Presence

As one of China's earliest bus manufacturers and a pioneer in new energy vehicle R&D, Zhongtong has established strong presence across multiple markets:

• Portugal: Largest NEV bus supplier
• Egypt: Pure electric buses operating at the Pyramids
• Singapore: Double-decker electric buses for public transport
• Operations across Central Asia, Middle East, Africa, Americas, and Europe

Recent Market Performance

• Saudi Arabia became Zhongtong's first overseas market to exceed 10,000

Ghana's Used Car Market Overview and Policy Analysis

Ghana Automotive Market Landscape

Ghana, located in West Africa with abundant natural resources, has a vehicle market dominated by used car transactions. The country imports approximately 100,000 vehicles annually, with a staggering 90% being used cars, primarily sourced from the United States, Japan, and Germany. The United States stands as Ghana's largest supplier of pre-owned vehicles.

In-Depth Analysis of Ghana's Used Car Market

Market Characteristics and Development Trends

• The Ghanaian automotive sector consists mainly of imported used car retailers and some new car dealerships.
• Through its 2019 Automotive Development Policy, the Ghanaian government encourages local production of affordable new vehicles to reduce reliance on used imports. Major manufacturers like Volkswagen, Nissan, Toyota, Suzuki, and Peugeot have already signed vehicle assembly agreements. Chinese automakers including Chery and Great Wall, along with Britain's

Baidu's RoboTaxis Expand to Middle East: A New Era in Autonomous Driving

In a significant move, Baidu's autonomous driving platform, Apollo Go RoboTaxis (known as "蘿蔔快跑" in Chinese), has announced a strategic partnership with the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to launch large-scale autonomous taxi services in Dubai. This collaboration marks the first time RoboTaxis will conduct extensive autonomous driving tests and services outside of China.

Deployment of Over 1000 Autonomous Vehicles in Dubai

As part of this agreement, RoboTaxis and RTA plan to deploy more than 1000 fully autonomous vehicles in Dubai. This initiative aims to test and refine the autonomous driving system in the complex urban traffic environment of Dubai, further validating its stability and maturity.

Collaboration with Autogo for Abu Dhabi

In addition to the partnership with RTA, RoboTaxis has also teamed up with Autogo, a UAE-based autonomous

Saudi Arabia's Automotive Market in February 2025: A Mixed Bag for Chinese Brands

Sales Overview and Brand Performance

In February 2025, the Saudi Arabian new light vehicle market saw a significant surge, with sales reaching 72,388 units, a 14% year-over-year increase. This growth continues the market's recovery trend observed since 2024. The cumulative sales for the first two months of 2025 totaled 140,311 units, representing a 10.9% increase compared to the same period last year[2][4%.

Key Drivers of Growth

The growth in sales can be attributed to several factors, including stable oil prices (projected to remain above $80 per barrel in 2025), increased government spending, and enhanced consumer confidence.

Market Dominance and Brand Performance

• Toyota: Led the market with a 26.2% market share, maintaining its strong position.
• Hyundai and Nissan: Followed closely, with Hyundai's Accent model showing a 36.9%

Chinese Automakers Embrace DeepSeek AI to Revolutionize the Automotive Market

In recent months, the integration of DeepSeek AI technology into automotive systems has become a significant trend among Chinese automakers. This move is driven by the desire to stand out in a highly competitive market and to enhance the intelligent features of their vehicles.

DeepSeek AI: A Game-Changer in Automotive Intelligence

DeepSeek AI, developed by a Chinese startup, has garnered widespread attention for its advanced AI models, including DeepSeek R1 and DeepSeek V3. These models offer a high-efficiency, low-cost solution that is particularly appealing to Chinese automakers. Here are some key points about the integration of DeepSeek AI:

East Wind, BYD, and SAIC Lead the Charge

• East Wind Automobile: East Wind has been at the forefront, integrating the DeepSeek R1 model into its Lantu Knowsound