The Chinese vehicle brand, BYD, which arrived in the Ecuadorian market last May with three 100% electric models: the Dolphin model, Yuan Plus EV; and, Han, which launched the Tang EV at the Autoshow in Guayaquil in July, announced its arrival in the city of Manta, in the province of ManabĂ­, with the opening of its new store in the recently opened wing of the Mall of the Pacific.

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The arrival of BYD on the local market and in Mantua takes place in cooperation with the Ecuadorian company Andor Corporation. The Chinese brand indicated that the partnership between BYD and Andor Corporation reflects a shared commitment to the sustainable development and mass adoption of electric vehicles in the region. “With an approach focused on customer satisfaction, BYD presents a diverse portfolio of new energy vehicles at affordable prices and expands the portfolio to four vehicle families in the country,” said the Asian company, which is present in 70 countries worldwide.

In addition, BYD is in the process of implementing a network of charging stations across the city, to ensure affordable charging for electric vehicle owners with the aim of consolidating confidence in sustainable mobility.

Meanwhile, customers will have access to test drives at the new Mall el PacĂ­fico store, the brand said.