BYD UK Sales Explode By 880% In September Dominating The EV Market

Chinese electric carmaker BYD  sold 11,271 cars in the U.K. last month, the company said on Monday, representing year-on-year growth of 880%.

 

The sales bring its yearly total to just over 35,000 in the country, the company said on Monday – making the U.K. its largest market outside of China. Its market share sits at 2.2% year-to-date.

 

The firm, which had its start as a mobile phone manufacturer, is known for its more affordable prices when compared to other EV makers.