Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago - Recently, BYD celebrated the grand opening of its first dealership in the Caribbean, located in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. This landmark event drew a crowd of over 200, including esteemed guests from politics, commerce, media, influencers, and BYD car owners. Among the attendees were Fang Qiu, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Trinidad and Tobago, and Randall Mitchell, the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and the Arts of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, who graced the ceremony with their presence.
The inaugural store embodies the design philosophy conceived by Gensler, marked by sleek and fluid lines that bestow a unique and distinct aesthetic identity, aligning with BYD’s forward-thinking. Of particular note, the rapid completion of this new venue within an impressive four-month span establishes a new benchmark for swift retail outlet construction across the Caribbean region. The space, meticulously divided into areas for negotiation, a boutique exhibition, and the iconic BYD Dream Bar, offers customers cozy environments tailored to provide an immersive automotive purchase experience.
At the event, BYD unveiled its comprehensive model lineup to the local market, showcasing standout vehicles such as BYD YUAN PLUS, BYD DOLPHIN, and BYD E6, with particular attention drawn to the flagship model BYD SEAL. This premium sedan embodies a dynamic and stylish design, encapsulating BYD’s Ocean Aesthetic design language. The guests were treated to hands-on experiences of the innovative karaoke system and VTOL discharge capabilities of BYD’s new energy vehicles, sparking widespread appreciation for the sophisticated design and smart technology.
As of now, BYD has introduced a range of new energy vehicle models in the Caribbean, solidifying its footprint across several nations, including Jamaica and the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Looking ahead, BYD is committed to deepening its collaboration with local dealerships, leveraging advanced technologies and upholding rigorous quality standards to present a comprehensive lineup of new energy products to consumers, thereby accelerating the shift towards sustainable transportation within these island communities.
About BYD
BYD is a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Founded in 1995 as a rechargeable battery maker, BYD now boasts a diverse business scope covering automobiles, rail transit, new energy, and electronics, with over 30 industrial parks in China, the United States, Canada, Japan, Brazil, Hungary, and India. From energy generation and storage to its applications, BYD is dedicated to providing zero-emission energy solutions that reduce global reliance on fossil fuels. Its new energy vehicle footprint now covers 6 continents, over 70 countries and regions, and more than 400 cities. Listed in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges, the company is known to be a Fortune Global 500 enterprise that furnishes innovations in pursuit of a greener world. For more information, please visit www.bydglobal.com.
About BYD Auto
Founded in 2003, BYD Auto is the automotive subsidiary of BYD, a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Aiming to accelerate the green transition of the global transportation sector, BYD Auto focuses on developing pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The company has mastered the core technologies of the entire industrial chain of new energy vehicles, such as batteries, electric motors, and electronic controllers. It has witnessed in recent years significant technological advancements, including the Blade Battery, DM-i Super Hybrid Technology, e Platform 3.0, CTB Technology, e⁴ Platform, BYD
DiSus Intelligent Body Control System, and DMO super hybrid system. The company is the world's first carmaker to stop the production of fossil-fueled vehicles on the EV shift and has remained top of new energy passenger vehicle sales in China for 10 years in a row. For more information, please visit www.byd.com.
Contact:
Asia-Pacific: Liya Huang, liya.huang@byd.com tel: +86-755-8988-8888-69666
Europe: Penny Peng, PressEU@byd.com tel: +31-102070888
North America: Frank Girardot, frank.girardot@byd.com tel: +1 213 245 6503
Latin America: José Miranda, jose.miranda@byd.com tel: +56 9 96443906
Brazil: Pablo Toledo, pablo.toledo@byd.com tel: +19 3514 2554
Middle East and Africa: Nikki Li, li.namin@byd.com tel: +86-18938862670