BYD eyes major European expansion with launch of three new cars

Cecilia Keating
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The electric SUV BYD has produced for the European market | Credit: BYD
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The electric SUV BYD has produced for the European market | Credit: BYD

Chinese carmaker says push into Europe is a 'major milestone' for the company

Chinese electric carmaker Build Your Dreams (BYD) has unveiled plans for a major expansion into the European market, after confirming presale prices for its first three vehicles to be launched on the continent....

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