India, Nov. 1 -- BYD reported October 2026 new energy vehicle (NEV) sales of 490,168 units, an increase of 11.0% from 441,706 units sold in October 2025, supported by strong demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

Total new energy vehicle (NEV) production rose to 488,104 units during the month, compared with 429,808 units a year earlier.

Passenger vehicle sales reached 483,125 units, up from 436,856 units in October 2025. Within the segment, Battery electric vehicle sales climbed to 305,743 units from 222,559 units last year.

In contrast, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) sales declined to 177,382 units from 214,297 units a year earlier.

Commercial vehicle sales rose sharply to 7,043 units in October, compared with 4,850 units...