San José, Costa Rica - BYD introduced its flagship pure electric SUV, the BYD TANG, to Costa Rica. The launch event, titled “Una Nueva Mirada al Futuro” (A New Look at the Future), drew over 100 local entrepreneurs, government officials, and media guests.
The BYD TANG is a luxurious seven-seater all-electric SUV, complete with premium Nappa leather seats. The largest touchscreen in BYD SUVs - an impressive 15.6 inches - is featured in the BYD TANG. The intelligent co*ckpit system by BYD provides an intuitive way to navigate the vehicle’s numerous features, ensuring a smooth, smart driving experience. Moreover, the car features 31-color interactive intelligent cabin ambient lighting, creating a kaleidoscope of colors that respond intuitively. It delivers a formidable power output of up to 510 hp, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.4 seconds, and boasts an impressive comprehensive range of 635 km. The new model is powered by a 108.8 kWh ultra-safe Blade Battery, ensuring top-tier performance and cruising range for an unparalleled driving experience.
Mr. Zhai Chengyu, Commercial Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Costa Rica, said, “In recent years, China’s new energy vehicles have seen rapid development, with our new energy market leading the global stage. As a pioneer in the new energy vehicle field, BYD has made remarkable contributions to reducing carbon emissions and promoting green travel. The robust sales of BYD vehicles in Costa Rica represent not only commercial success but also the strong and fruitful trade relations between our two nations.”
Marco Acuña Mora, Executive President of the Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE), and Carlos Mejía, Vice Minister of Strategic Management, attended the event. They emphasized the Costa Rican government’s support for new energy vehicles, as well as the automotive industry’s commitment to innovation and the importance of sustainable development.
Audrey Li, Vice President of Operations of BYD America, said: “As the first automaker to cease production of cars powered only by internal combustion engines, BYD has topped the sales charts of new energy vehicles in China for 10 consecutive years. To date, BYD’s global sales of new energy vehicles have surpassed 4.8 million units. We believe that the BYD TANG, with its exceptional performance and intelligent system, will set the pace for new energy electric technology in the region and offer a comfortable and environmentally friendly travel experience to local consumers.”
Pedro Dobles, General Manager of Cori Motors, BYD’s Costa Rican distributor, said at the event: “Costa Rica forms an integral part of BYD’s new energy vehicle landscape. A decade ago, Cori Motors and BYD embarked on a journey to a greener future in Costa Rica, leading the introduction of new energy electric vehicles to the local market.Since 2020, BYD has continuously become the top seller of new energy vehicles in Costa Rica.”
BYD remains steadfast in its commitment to its Cool the Earth by 1 °C initiative. BYD’s dedication to the development of new energy vehicles continues to foster a competitive and innovative environment in Costa Rica, promising a cleaner and more sustainable future for its residents.
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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.
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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, electronic controllers, and automotive-grade semiconductors. It has witnessed in recent years significant technological advancements, including the Blade Battery, the DM-i and DM-p hybrid technology, the e-Platform 3.0, and the CTB technology. The company is the world’s first carmaker to stop the production of fossil-fueled vehicles on EV shift and has remained top of new energy passenger vehicle sales in China for 9 years in a row.
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