BYD’s BEV Sales Soar While Its PHEV Sales Slide

cleantechnica.com Nov 11, 2026

BYD’s BEV Sales Soar While Its PHEV Sales Slide

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Nov 11, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

BYD reported a 11.8% increase in total passenger vehicle sales in October 2026, rising from 436,856 units in October 2025 to 483,125 units. Full electric vehicle (BEV) sales surged 40.6% year‑over‑year, climbing from 222,559 to 305,743 units, while plug‑in hybrid (PHEV) sales fell 19.6%, dropping from 214,297 to 177,382 units. Month‑over‑month, BEV sales grew 11.9% and PHEV sales declined 3.4%. Overall sales rose 5.8% from September to October.

💡 Why It Matters

· The sharp BEV rise underscores BYD’s pivot toward zero‑emission models, reshaping its product mix and market positioning.
· The PHEV decline signals a broader shift in consumer preference toward fully electric vehicles.

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SpaceX Starship Flight 15 live updates: Super Heavy rocket moved to launch…

SpaceX has positioned its Super Heavy booster on Launch Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center in preparation for Flight 15, the first test that will attempt a double landing of the Starship system—both the Super Heavy first stage and the Starship second stage returning to Earth. The move follows a series of static fires and integration checks that confirmed the vehicle’s structural and software readiness. Engineers will conduct a series of pre‑launch rehearsals, including a full‑duration static fire of Super Heavy, before the scheduled launch window later this week. If successful, the mission will demonstrate the ability to recover both stages, a critical milestone for SpaceX’s plan to achieve fully reusable orbital transport and reduce launch costs dramatically.

💡 A dual‑stage recovery would prove SpaceX’s reusable architecture, unlocking faster turnaround and lower per‑flight expenses for future missions.

cleantechnica.com · Nov 11

Tesla Robotaxis Extend into San Antonio

Tesla expanded its robotaxi service to San Antonio, beginning operations Monday with vehicles available from 5 a.m. The service covers downtown, The Shops at La Cantera, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas on the northwest side, though the exact fleet size remains unclear. The Tesla Robotaxi webpage now lists Alamo City as an active area, yet the service does not yet reach San Antonio International Airport, a gap filled by Waymo. The move marks Tesla’s continued push into autonomous ride‑hailing markets.

💡 Tesla’s entry into San Antonio demonstrates the company’s commitment to scaling autonomous mobility beyond its core markets, potentially reshaping regional transportation dynamics.

teslarati.com · Nov 11

Tesla upfitter offers to keep Cybertruck alive

Unplugged Performance, a California‑based Tesla aftermarket specialist, publicly offered to assume production of the Cybertruck from Tesla, proposing to fund the effort through a consortium of investors. The upfitter says it would operate the line at no cost to Tesla’s facilities or staff, granting Tesla a license fee and continued revenue from Full Self‑Driving (FSD) and Robotaxi services on each vehicle. In exchange, Tesla would prioritize its Cybercab robotaxi program and receive first access to battery cells for the Cybercab, while Unplugged would build the Cybertruck, a three‑row CyberSUV and an unmanned CyberCargo hauler. The proposal comes as Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck assembly at Gigafactory Texas by mid‑2027 to expand Cybercab output. Unplugged, known for premium upgrades and fleet versions of the Cybertruck, is seeking investor interest but has not yet secured financing.

💡 It offers Tesla a way to keep the high‑profile pickup alive without diverting resources from its autonomous‑vehicle ambitions, turning a potential cancellation into a revenue‑sharing partnership.

cleantechnica.com · Nov 11

BYD Commercial Vehicle Sales Rise 68% in October!

BYD’s electric commercial vehicle sales surged 68.3% year‑over‑year in October, climbing from 4,850 units in October 2025 to 7,043 units in October 2026. Bus deliveries rose 62.1% YoY, reaching 600 units, though they fell 24.1% from September’s 791 units. Non‑bus commercial vehicles performed even stronger, increasing 69.1% YoY to 6,443 units and posting a 6.4% MoM gain over September’s 6,057 units. Overall monthly sales grew 2.8% from September’s 6,848 units. Cumulatively, BYD has shipped 55,489 electric commercial vehicles in 2026, marking one of the company’s most robust months for electric bus sales despite typical volatility in the segment.

💡 The rapid expansion underscores BYD’s accelerating dominance in the electric commercial‑vehicle market, positioning it as a key supplier for fleets transitioning away from diesel.

cleantechnica.com · Nov 11

Norway’s Electric Snowplow Worked. Sweden Added Hydrogen Anyway.

Norway successfully tested a battery‑electric Scania 45 R snowplow on Hardangervidda, covering 7,000 km with a 2.02 kWh/km consumption and six‑hour endurance, proving electric power can handle severe winter maintenance. Sweden introduced a hydrogen‑augmented electric snowplow, pairing a 356 kWh battery with a 56 kg fuel cell system to extend runtime, yet requiring both electric charging and hydrogen infrastructure. The article contrasts Norway’s proven electric approach with Sweden’s dual‑energy strategy and discusses alternatives like renewable diesel generators.

💡 The Norwegian trial demonstrates that heavy‑duty electric vehicles can meet demanding winter‑road tasks without hydrogen, challenging the perceived necessity of dual‑energy systems. Sweden’s hydrogen‑enhanced design highlights the ongoing debate over the most efficient, cost‑effective power source for seasonal heavy‑equipment operations.

teslarati.com · Nov 11

Elon Musk says Tesla Cybercab future is ‘obvious to anyone with eyes…

Elon Musk announced that Tesla will discontinue the Cybertruck and repurpose its production capacity for the autonomous “Cybercab” fleet, which he claims will handle the majority of passenger miles wherever legal. The shift follows Musk’s repeated tweets emphasizing that the move is self‑evident and reflects a strategic pivot toward a ride‑hailing model rather than personal vehicle ownership. Tesla’s pilot Cybercabs, currently operating in Austin without steering wheels or pedals, have been sighted nationwide in prototype form. Musk framed the decision as difficult but necessary, positioning the Cybercab as the core of Tesla’s future autonomous transportation platform and signaling the end of the cult‑favorite truck that many fans expected to see in production.

💡 Tesla is betting on a full‑scale, driverless ride‑hailing network, reshaping how consumers will access mobility and redefining the company’s revenue focus away from vehicle sales.