BYD Hits 13 Million EVs – Beats Tesla & Sets Global Electric Car Record in 2025!
Chinese EV giant BYD (Build Your Dreams) has made history by becoming the first automaker in the world to produce 13 million electric vehicles (EVs), further solidifying its position as the No.1 global EV brand, surpassing competitors like Tesla and Volkswagen.
The 13th million EV, a luxury Yangwang U7, rolled off BYD’s production line on July 21, 2025, marking a major milestone in the evolution of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs).
Highlights:
- 13 Million EVs Produced Globally
- 3 Million NEVs Sold in 8 Months
- 2.15 Million EVs Sold in H1 2025
- 470,086 Units Exported – 128.5% YoY Growth
- Blade Battery Tech with 5,000+ Cycles
BYD’s Explosive Growth in 2025
In just 8 months, BYD jumped from 10M to 13M NEVs – a feat that previously took the company 13 years for its first million. 2,145,954 EVs were sold in the first half of 2025, including 470,086 exports, marking BYD’s aggressive push into international markets like Europe, Southeast Asia, and India.
Yangwang U7 – The Milestone EV
The Yangwang U7, BYD’s high-end luxury EV, represents the company’s cutting-edge technology:
- DiSus-Z Intelligent Body Control
- Horizontally Opposed Motor Design
- Rear-Wheel Steering for Superior Handling
- Advanced e-Platform & Ultra-Stability Features
Since launch, over 10,000 Yangwang U7s have been delivered, showcasing growing demand for luxury EVs in China.
BYD Blade Battery – Industry Benchmark
Introduced in 2020, BYD’s Blade Battery has set new safety and durability standards:
- Cobalt-Free LFP Chemistry
- Passes Nail Penetration Test – No Fire/Smoke
- 5,000+ Charge-Discharge Cycles
- Better Cooling & Thermal Stability
This technology is now a key selling point across BYD’s global lineup and is considered one of the safest EV battery technologies on the market.