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BYD, leader in electric cars, reveals that hybrid cars with ethanol are the future of fuel in Brazil, marking a new era
BYD, the undisputed leader in the sale of electric cars in Brazil, is redirecting its market strategy to emphasize the potential of ethanol-powered hybrid cars. Despite being known for dominating the pure electric vehicle market, BYD sees hybrids as the next frontier for technology. automotive sustainability in the country. fuel
BYD Brazil president Tyler Li highlighted this vision during Web Summit Rio, following productive discussions with the government about the emerging “bioelectric” car category.
The synergy between ethanol and electricity
According to Tyler Li, the combination of ethanol with hybrid technology represents an unparalleled green solution, especially for Brazil. Unlike other large economies, such as China, the USA and Europe, which still depend considerably on combustion vehicles, Brazil has the unique advantage of ethanol, a biofuel that significantly reduces CO2 emissions.
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Furthermore, integrating ethanol into hybrid systems can further reduce dependence on combustion engines, significantly reducing the environmental impact. fuel
Alignment with government policies
This approach is in line with federal government policies, which promote ethanol as a viable and greener alternative to full electrification. Burning ethanol can emit up to 90% less CO2 compared to gasoline.
This political alignment not only reinforces the commitment of BYD with sustainable development, but also positions the company at the forefront of automotive innovation in Brazil, both in the production of electric cars and hybrid cars.
Expansion of local production and future launches
Preparing for a new era, BYD plans to expand its production of electric and hybrid vehicles in Brazilian territory. The planned complex in Caçamari, Bahia — formerly a Ford factory — will be the center of this innovation. In addition to the well-known Dolphin Mini, Dolphin and Yuan Plus electric car models, the Song Plus hybrid will receive updates to run on ethanol.
The company also has ambitious plans to produce batteries locally, taking advantage of Brazilian natural resources such as lithium.
The promising future of bioelectric hybrids and the role of fuel in electric cars
Soon, BYD will expand its line of hybrids in Brazil. Tests are underway for the King midsize sedan, which will feature a plug-in hybrid system. Furthermore, the Shark medium pickup truck, also equipped with a PHEV engine, will arrive on the Brazilian market in August. BYD is not only adapting its market strategy to the Brazilian context, but is also paving the way for a more sustainable and innovative future in the automotive industry.
This new focus on bioelectric hybrid vehicles compared to electric cars highlights BYD's commitment to technological advancement and environmental sustainability, promising to transform the Brazilian automotive landscape with solutions that combine technology, ecology and economy.
Source: Motor1
