BYD expands Australian parts network to four hubs as local fleet passes 150,000 cars
By Eve
BYD says it has sold more than 150,000 cars in Australia over four years of local deliveries, and has now expanded its parts and distribution network to four major hubs. The largest, in Melbourne's outer west, covers 15,000 square metres and operates in partnership with SF Express. Across the four sites BYD holds more than 500,000 parts, valued at over $25 million, with 95% deliverable to local dealers within 24 hours, two to three days for interstate dealers and within a week for regional dealers.
Why it matters
A fast-growing EV fleet of this size raises demand for servicing and parts support, and BYD's local inventory and delivery times set a benchmark for uptime expectations. For CPOs and fleet buyers in Australia, quicker parts availability for BYD vehicles may help reduce downtime and support confidence in electrifying fleets.
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- Original title
- “BYD expands Australian parts network as local fleet passes 150,000 cars”
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- 5 November 2026
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- Electric Vehicles
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- Australia
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