{
  "id": 5039635,
  "title": "Chinese carmakers eye full hybrid market; BYD posts US$1.2 billion profit: 7 EV reads",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/chinese-carmakers-eye-full-hybrid-market-byd-posts-us-1-2-billion",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-02T07:30:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "South China Morning Post",
    "slug": "south-china-morning-post",
    "url": "https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3366071/chinese-carmakers-eye-full-hybrid-market-byd-posts-us12-billion-profit-7-ev-reads"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chinese car manufacturers are expanding their focus beyond electric vehicles (EVs) and delving into the full-hybrid vehicle market, aiming to challenge established international brands. The shift reflects the dynamic nature of the global car industry, with Chinese firms rapidly disrupting traditional market leaders.\n\nRegulatory bodies in China have intervened to emphasize the importance of quality over technical features when promoting their automotive innovations. This policy shift aims to maintain stringent standards amid the rapid technological advancements taking place within the industry.\n\nBYD, a prominent player in the EV space, reported a significant profit surge of US$1.2 billion in the second quarter. The company's earnings surged by 30 percent, marking an end to a five-quarter losing streak. This financial turnaround can be attributed to thriving global demand and the introduction of premium models, which have positively impacted the company's net margin and overall profitability.",
  "summary": "We have put together stories from our coverage on electric and new energy vehicles from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. After gaining EV sway, Chinese carmakers eye full hybrid market Chinese carmakers, already at the vanguard of electric vehicle (EV) technology and production, are looking to make a dent…",
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      {
        "outlet": "Investing.com",
        "title": "BYD: Can overseas expansion help offset a difficult Chinese market?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/byd-can-overseas-expansion-help-offset-a-difficult-chinese-market",
        "published": "2026-09-02T04:22:33.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "SCMP Business",
        "title": "Chinese carmakers eye full hybrid market; BYD posts US$1.2 billion profit: 7 EV reads",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/chinese-carmakers-eye-full-hybrid-market-byd-posts-us-1-2-billion-5044858",
        "published": "2026-09-02T07:30:06.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}