BYD's Shark hybrid ute gains significant sales in New Zealand

The BYD Shark has made a strong debut in the ute market in New Zealand. The hybrid dual-cab vehicle has quickly gained popularity, registering 376 new sales in its first two months. This figure is impressive, especially considering it had only 18 deliveries before Christmas. Meanwhile, Tesla is promoting its Cybertruck across the country. However, the fully electric vehicle is not yet available for pre-orders in New Zealand. Prices for the Cybertruck range from $72,490 to $99,990. BYD's general manager, Warren Willmot, noted that the Shark's success is partly due to high demand from major fleets. He mentioned that feedback from initial trials has been very positive. Despite the strong sales, BYD has faced some challenges with delivery capacity. Lawmakers, including Bishop and Seymour, are now considering changes to regulations that could help BYD expand its market presence further.