BYD has introduced four models in Tajikistan, including Song Pro DM-i and Chazor DM-i, two hybrid models, and Song Plus EV and e2, two BEV models.

BYD (HKG: 1211, OTCMKTS: BYDDY) has announced its entry into the Tajik passenger car market, further expanding its presence in Central Asia after Uzbekistan.

The Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) maker held a brand launch event in Tajikistan on October 4, announcing its official entry into the country's passenger car market, according to a statement yesterday.

BYD has introduced four models in Tajikistan, including Song Pro DM-i and Chazor DM-i, two plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) models, and Song Plus EV and e2, two battery electric vehicle (BEV) models.

The Central Asian automotive market is promising and an important part of BYD's global footprint, said Ivan Cao, deputy general director of BYD Central Asia LLC.

Tajikistan is the second market that BYD has entered in Central Asia, the company said, adding that it will work with local partners to provide products and services.

As of September 2024, BYD's NEV footprint spans 95 countries and regions worldwide, according to the company.

In Central Asia, BYD has built a plant in Uzbekistan and started producing vehicles at the end of June.

The first phase of BYD's Uzbekistan plant, which produces the Song Plus DM-i and Chazor DM-i (Chaser 05 in China), is expected to have an annual capacity of 50,000 units, according to a June 28 statement.

BYD sold 419,426 NEVs in September, up 45.91 percent year-on-year and up 12.42 percent from August, according to data it announced on October 1.

This included 417,603 passenger NEVs and 1,823 commercial NEVs.

In September, BYD sold 33,012 NEVs in overseas markets, up 17.74 percent year-on-year and 4.96 percent from August.

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