Story perspectives

BYD to Launch Atto 2 SUV in India by 2026

9/10/2025

35 5

Summary

Story summary

BYD Co., a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, plans to expand in India due to improved diplomatic relations.
Executives, including Managing Director Ketsu Zhang, will visit to evaluate operations and restart training programs.
BYD intends to launch the Atto 2 compact SUV in early 2026, competing with local brands like Mahindra and Tata.
Despite a 70% import tax, BYD aims to price the Atto 2 under 2 million rupees ($22,690).
The visit will involve meetings with Indian officials and discussions on battery pack assembly partnerships.

1 of 1

Story summary

BYD Co., a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, plans to expand in India due to improved diplomatic relations.
Executives, including Managing Director Ketsu Zhang, will visit to evaluate operations and restart training programs.
BYD intends to launch the Atto 2 compact SUV in early 2026, competing with local brands like Mahindra and Tata.
Despite a 70% import tax, BYD aims to price the Atto 2 under 2 million rupees ($22,690).
The visit will involve meetings with Indian officials and discussions on battery pack assembly partnerships.