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News18
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- News18
Video Shows Chinese EV BYD Parking Sideways; Internet Concerned About Tyres
Last Updated: The BYD Denza N9 was developed by BYD's premium sub-brand Denza in collaboration with Merce. A video showing a BYD electric vehicle (EV) performing a sideways parking manoeuvre has surfaced on social media, leaving viewers both amazed and concerned. The 15-second clip shared by an X (formerly Twitter) user showed the car — Denza N9 — effortlessly sliding sideways into the tight parallel parking spot on a busy street in China. No reversing or adjusting. The undated clip, seemingly, highlights what appears to be the Chinese EV manufacturing giant's advanced wheel technology. This feature allows the vehicle to perform a 'crab-walk', with all four wheels rotating and moving the car sideways in a straight line. Many internet users were impressed with the futuristic tech, but it also sparked a flurry of humorous and sceptical responses. A user commented that driving manual cars would become an 'outdated skill". advetisement Another user decided to make a rhyme out of it, saying, 'Once in a while stunt. Do it every day and your tires shall go bust." A third user had a premonition that the tyre industry already loved the parallel parking feature, while a fourth user said, 'This looks like it could go badly wrong if road traction is variable for each wheel." BYD's Denza N9 The BYD Denza N9 was developed by BYD's premium sub-brand Denza in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz. The automobile is slated to compete with high-end EVs and features a sleek design, spacious interiors, and cutting-edge technology. The N9 also boasts a high-capacity battery, fast charging, and smart cockpit features for modern drivers. Its advanced parallel parking system allows the vehicle to move sideways thanks to its all-wheel steering function. The feature enables a car to slide into tight parking spots, which could reportedly dramatically improve urban parking convenience. BYD's system uses precise automated steering, which could cause increased tyre scrubbing during tight manoeuvres. If the feature is used frequently, it can wear the tyres—especially those on the front— faster. It could also lead to uneven tread degradation. First Published: Latest News Trisha Krishnan On Thug Life And Working With Mani Ratnam: 'It Was Just About Playing Dress Up' Tamil Cinema Bollywood Randeep Hooda Is 'So Happy' As Sarabjit Singh's Daughter Welcomes Baby Girl Bollywood Khushi Kapoor Is 'Param Sundari' Sister Janhvi's Biggest Cheerleader photogallery Mangoes Of India: From Alphonso To Dasheri, Exploring Varieties Of Country's Most Loved Fruit | VFX Viral Video Shows Chinese EV BYD Parking Sideways; Internet Concerned About Tyres latest news
Nikkei Asia
26-04-2025
- Automotive
- Nikkei Asia
BYD takes on German rivals in China's luxury SUV market
GUANGZHOU -- Chinese EV giant BYD is accelerating into its home market for premium SUVs, looking to challenge the dominance of German brands such as Audi and Mercedes-Benz in the sector. In late March, BYD unveiled its Denza N9 luxury SUV at its headquarters in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, joining local rivals in launching models that feature the number nine in their names. In Chinese culture, nine is considered an auspicious number, symbolizing longevity, supremacy and perfection. Most of these high-end "9-series" models are priced above 300,000 yuan (about $41,000).
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
China's BYD launches new hybrid SUV with 800+ mile range, autonomous driving tech
China's largest electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has introduced its most expensive Denza model to compete with BMW and Mercedes-Benz within the luxury segment amid growing competition in the world's largest auto market. Priced between $54,000 and $62,000, the Denza N9 is available in both plug-in hybrid and pure-electric versions. The N9 is powered by an e3 three-electric-motor system, which includes a front AC motor, and two rear permanent magnet motors. The front motor delivers 200 kW (268 hp) and 315 Nm, while the rear motors produce 240 kW (322 hp) and 360 Nm. The official moose test speed is 53.2mi/h. The advanced driving system is equipped with a 128-line lidar, five millimeter-wave radars, 12 ultrasonic radars, and 14 cameras. It offers features like automatic parking in various spaces, remote control parking, emergency lane keep assist, and blind spot monitoring. Under the hood, the N9 boasts of a 2.0T engine producing 152 kW (204 hp) and 325 Nm, along with 46.9 kWh blade battery packs, offering a pure electric range of 125.5 miles (202 km) and a comprehensive range of 809 miles (1,302 km) as per China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC) standards. The vehicle accelerates from 0 to 62mi/h in 3.9 seconds, has a minimum turning radius of 4.65 meters, and an NEDC fuel consumption of 6.3L/62mi. The SUV will also come equipped with BYD's self-developed God's Eye autonomous driving system and support on-vehicle drone systems, both introduced in February, as reported by the South China Morning Post. The car enables fast charging, boosting the battery from 30% to 80% in just 19 minutes. BYD chairman and founder Wang Chuanfu emphasized China's ambitions in the luxury EV segment, stating that the country seeks to showcase its ability in not only producing quality vehicles but also in establishing a strong foothold in the high-end market. Last year, the automaker sold approximately 3.84 million plug-in hybrids and pure EVs, securing a 20% share of the global EV market and solidifying its leadership in the segment. Most electric vehicles in China have largely replaced internal-combustion cars, thanks to high-performance batteries, early-stage self-driving technology, and advanced digital cockpits. Global brands once dominated China's premium car market, but local automakers like Li Auto and Xpeng gained ground last year with their intelligent EVs. As a result, Mercedes-Benz saw a 6.7% drop in sales, BMW declined by 13.4%, and Audi's deliveries fell by 9%, according to industry data. Experts have noted that Chinese EV makers are entering the premium segment to move up the value chain and capture higher margins, posing a growing threat to luxury brands like Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW. BYD is also looking to rival Tesla in the electric vehicle market with the launch of its groundbreaking battery electric vehicle (BEV) platform and ultra-fast charging technology, reportedly capable of delivering an impressive 1,000 kW of power. The 'BYD Super e-Platform' is aiming to showcase charging capabilities that far exceed current industry standards, including Tesla's Supercharger.
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
BYD's Denza launches N9 SUV to rival Mercedes, BMW in premium EV segment
China's biggest electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD launched its most expensive model under its Denza brand to challenge BMW and Mercedes-Benz in the luxury segment as competition in the world's largest auto market intensifies. The Denza unit on Friday unveiled the six-seat SUV called Denza N9, priced at 389,800 (US$60,860) to 449,800 yuan, which is available in plug-in hybrid and pure-battery versions. Denza also sells D9 MPV, which was rolled out in 2022 and priced from 339,800 yuan. The SUV will be equipped with BYD's self-developed God's Eye autonomous driving systems and can also support on-vehicle drone systems, both of which were first introduced in February, the company said at its headquarters in Shenzhen. Do you have questions about the biggest topics and trends from around the world? Get the answers with SCMP Knowledge, our new platform of curated content with explainers, FAQs, analyses and infographics brought to you by our award-winning team. "We hope to prove to the world that China cannot only produce good cars, but also gain a foothold in the luxury market," chairman and founder Wang Chuanfu said. The N9 underscored BYD's ambitions to build premium EVs and expand its product line and customer base. The EV maker sold about 3.84 million plug-in hybrids and pure EVs last year, making it the king of the segment with about 20 per cent share of the global EV market. A Denza booth inside a shopping centre in Beijing in November 2023. Photo: Reuters alt=A Denza booth inside a shopping centre in Beijing in November 2023. Photo: Reuters> The N9 could also heighten competition in mainland China's luxury EV market with Li Auto, Zeekr, and Huawei-backed EV brand Aito. Smartphone maker Xiaomi also entered the segment with its SU7 Ultra, a four-door sedan that outran the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT over one lap at the Shanghai International Circuit and priced at nearly a quarter of the German car. "Chinese EV makers started looking at the premium segment as they moved up the value chain to chase higher margins," said Eric Han, a senior manager at Suolei, an advisory firm in Shanghai. "Their aggressive push will threaten Porsche, Mercedes-Benz and BMW." Most EVs in China are currently priced below 300,000 yuan and have largely replaced internal-combustion engine cars due to their high-performance batteries, preliminary self-driving technologies and digital cockpits. Global brands dominated China's premium car segment until local producers Li Auto and Xpeng made inroads last year with their intelligent EVs. Sales of Mercedes-Benz cars fell 6.7 per cent last year, while BMW suffered a 13.4 per cent drop and Audi's deliveries declined 9 per cent, industry data showed. Denza was established in 2011 as a joint venture between BYD and Mercedes-Benz. The Chinese company bought a 40 per cent stake from its partner in January 2022 to take control of the unit. BYD is known for assembling EV models priced below 200,000 yuan - about 30 per cent below the levels of premium models from Tesla, Nio and Xpeng. BYD also sells luxury EVs under Yangwang, a brand introduced in 2023 and priced at more than 1 million yuan. This article originally appeared in the South China Morning Post (SCMP), the most authoritative voice reporting on China and Asia for more than a century. For more SCMP stories, please explore the SCMP app or visit the SCMP's Facebook and Twitter pages. Copyright © 2025 South China Morning Post Publishers Ltd. All rights reserved. Copyright (c) 2025. South China Morning Post Publishers Ltd. All rights reserved. Sign in to access your portfolio
South China Morning Post
22-03-2025
- Automotive
- South China Morning Post
BYD's Denza launches N9 SUV to rival Mercedes, BMW in premium EV segment
China's biggest electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD launched its most expensive model under its Denza brand to challenge BMW and Mercedes-Benz in the luxury segment as competition in the world's largest auto market intensifies. Advertisement The Denza unit on Friday unveiled the six-seat SUV called Denza N9, priced at 389,800 (US$60,860) to 449,800 yuan, which is available in plug-in hybrid and pure-battery versions. Denza also sells D9 MPV, which was rolled out in 2022 and priced from 339,800 yuan. s, both of which were first introduced in February, the company said at its headquarters in Shenzhen. The SUV will be equipped with BYD's self-developed God's Eye autonomous driving systems and can also support on-vehicle drone system both of which were first introduced in February, the company said at its headquarters in Shenzhen. 'We hope to prove to the world that China cannot only produce good cars, but also gain a foothold in the luxury market,' chairman and founder Wang Chuanfu said. The N9 underscored BYD's ambitions to build premium EVs and expand its product line and customer base. The EV maker sold about 3.84 million plug-in hybrids and pure EVs last year, making it the king of the segment with about 20 per cent share of the global EV market. A Denza booth inside a shopping centre in Beijing in November 2023. Photo: Reuters
