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The BYD Sealion 5 SUV has been handed a three-star safety rating, a disappointing result for the Chinese brand's newest model in Australia. The outcome is drawing attention because BYD vehicles have generally performed well in safety assessments, raising questions about what led to the lower score and how it might affect buyer confidence in the popular Sealion lineup.
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Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD plans to launch its first car powered by a solid-state battery in 2027. Solid-state batteries promise greater energy density, faster charging and improved safety over today's lithium-ion cells, and automakers worldwide are racing to bring them to market. BYD's timetable puts it among the frontrunners in the next generation of EV battery technology.