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BYD Sales Plunge for Seventh Straight Month
1 Apr
Summary
- BYD's vehicle sales dropped 20.5% last month year-on-year.
- This marks the seventh consecutive month of declining sales.
- First-quarter sales saw a 30% decrease compared to last year.

BYD, a prominent Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has seen its vehicle sales decline for seven consecutive months as of April 2026. Last month, sales dropped by 20.5% compared to the same period last year, indicating a persistent struggle in the world's largest auto market.
This latest monthly decline follows a more significant 41.1% drop reported in February. Overall, first-quarter vehicle sales for BYD were down by 30% when compared to the first quarter of the previous year. These figures underscore the intense competitive landscape BYD is navigating in the electric vehicle sector.