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BYD’s latest Australian trademarks point to ute name, plug-in hybrid sedans

19 April 2024, 10:36 am

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BYD’s latest Australian trademarks point to ute name, plug-in hybrid sedans
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BYD’s latest Australian trademarks point to ute name, plug-in hybrid sedans
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BYD has filed to trademark the Shark name in Australia for its first ute, as well as the King and King L names for plug-in hybrid sedans. The ute is expected to be revealed at the Beijing motor show in April, with an electric version to follow. The King name could be used for a plug-in hybrid sedan similar to the Destroyer 05. Unspecified changes have been made to the ute as a result of local testing. BYD has also filed to protect the Seagull nameplate, but the electric hatch has yet to be confirmed for a local launch.

Brands mentioned: BYD, Ford, Toyota, Car News China.

 

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