BYD: A major player in electric vehicle innovation
BYD (Build Your Dream), as the 1st car manufacturer in the world to master the 3 fundamental electric vehicle technologies (batteryBYD has a unique competitive advantage. This expertise translates into a capacity to impressive production of 15.511 GWh of batteries in 2025positioning the company among the world leaders.
💡Did you know ? CATL and BYD alone account for more than 50% of the world's production of batteries for electric vehicles.
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What's more, the exponential growth in BYD's sales bears witness to the growing consumer and business confidence. In January 2025, the brand recorded 300,538 sales of electric vehiclesa 47.5% increase on the previous year. This performance is accompanied by a remarkable international expansionwith exports reaching 66,336 unitsin up 83.3% over the same period.
Indeed, thennovation in safety is at the heart of BYD's strategyas shown by the development of the Blade Battery. As a reminder, this revolutionary technology passed needle penetration tests with no smoke or fire emissionsetting new safety standards for the industry.
In Europe, BYD has strengthened its presence: the manufacturer plans to open 2 new plants in Hungary and Turkey by 2025each capable of producing up to 150,000 vehicles a year. This industrial roll-out is accompanied by a rapidly expanding network of dealerships, which will reach 100 points of sale in France by the end of 2025, compared with 37 today.
This proximity to customers is designed to boost brand awareness and encourage test drives to demonstrate the quality of its vehicles.
For fleet managers, BYD offers a a diverse range of electric vehiclesranging from electric saloons at Electric SUVsto meet the varied needs of businesses. For example, its collaboration with Geotab for equipping its electric trucks with advanced telematics solutions illustrates its commitment to professional fleets. These tools enable virtually instantaneous access to vehicle dataoptimising maintenancethe cost management and theoperational efficiency.
It should be noted that BYD electric trucksThe ETM6 and ETH8 offer robust solutions for companies looking to electrify their fleets.
In other words, theBYD's avant-garde approach in terms of electrification andautonomy positions the brand as a the right choice for forward-looking corporate fleetsThese are solutions that meet today's challenges of managing costs, optimising autonomy and ensuring sustainability.
God's Eye: BYD's revolution for corporate fleets
Le 10 February lastAt an event dedicated to technological innovation, the Chinese manufacturer unveiled its revolutionary system, dubbed "God's Eye" or 'Eye of God'. This ambitious name conceals a a major advance in the field of driving aidspromising to redefine industry standards.
Far from being a simple update, God's Eye represents a leap forward for BYD and its associated brands. What makes this announcement particularly remarkable is thescale of deployment from entry-level vehicle at the most luxurious models from Denza and Yangwang, the entire BYD fleet will benefit from this cutting-edge technology.
The announcement had an immediate impact on the financial markets, boosting theBYD sharelisted in Hong Kong, from 21 % in just 5 days.
For the fleet managerThis democratisation of autonomous driving is opening up new horizons. new perspectives. But what does God's Eye actually offer, and how can it transform vehicle management in companies?
Cutting-edge technology accessible to all
With God's Eye, BYD breaks new ground technology by offering an advanced driver assistance systemintegrating semi-autonomous functionsAll this at no extra cost to businesses. This unprecedented approach democratises a technology that was previously reserved for top-of-the-range vehicles, and opens up new possibilities for optimising business fleets.
BYD offers God's Eye in 3 levels of performanceadapted to the different requirements of companies:
- Version C (DiPilot 100) : Based on 12 cameras, 5 radars and 12 ultrasonic sensors as well as a 360° peripheral perception Thanks to its sensors, this version is used on entry-level models such as the BYD Seagull (available from €9,200 in China).
- It's an ideal solution for fleets looking for a low-cost solution. essential featuressuch as assisted driving on motorways and adaptive cruise control. What's more, its regular software updates allow you to gradually improve your skills.
- Version B (DiPilot 300) Integrating a unique LiDARThis version is designed for premium electric vehicles, particularly those in the Denza and Dynasty.
- Thanks to its advanced sensors, it optimises theautomation of urban journeysThis makes for smoother, safer driving in dense traffic.
- Version A (DiPilot 600) With 3 LiDAR sensors and a 600 TOPS of computing powerthis version represents the the ultimate in BYD technology.
- Designed for Yangwang's top-of-the-range models, it provides a high level of almost complete automation of drivingThis brings it closer to Level 4 autonomous driving standards.
💡Did you know ? More than 5,000 engineers specialising in driver assistance systems have been working on this technology for several years.
By developing God's Eye for 21 electrified vehicle modelsBYD provides gradual, controlled transition to autonomous driving. This diversity enables fleet managers tooptimise their fleet without blowing their budget. The system is based on proprietary chips and algorithmscombined with technologies developed by strategic partners such as Nvidia and Horizon Robotics. In addition, theartificial intelligence from DeepSeek strengthens the system's ability to analyse the environment and make decisions in real time.
In fact, this technological advance is part of an ongoing a strategy aimed at optimising costs while expanding its customer base. In China, the enthusiasm for in-car technologies is particularly strong, in contrast to the reticence observed in other markets.
According to a survey conducted by EY in 2024 and reported by the Financial Times, only 39 % of Chinese electric vehicle owners see the cost of these features as a barrieragainst 45 % in Europe and 47 % in the USA.
Summary table of the 3 versions available for BYD's God Eye's system
| Version | Technical name | Main sensors | Computing power | Targeted models | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| God Eye's C | DiPilot 100 | 12 cameras, 5 millimetre-wave radars, 12 ultrasonic sensors | 100 TOPS | Entry-level models (e.g. BYD Seagull) | Assisted motorway driving, adaptive cruise control |
| God Eye's B | DiPilot 300 | Cameras, radar, 1 LiDAR | 300 TOPS | Premium models (Denza, Dynasty) | Advanced automation in urban environments |
| God Eye's A | DiPilot 600 | Cameras, radar, 3 LiDAR | 600 TOPS | Top-of-the-range models (Yangwang) | Virtually complete automation, close to level 4 |
Autonomous vehicles in Europe: uneven technological adoption between China and Europe
One key point remains: Will God's Eye be available on models exported to Europe? ? To date, the manufacturer has not yet confirmed whether this technology will be incorporated into vehicles destined for the European market.. Yet this would represent a real competitive advantage, particularly in the face of established players.
More broadly, Chinese manufacturers are facing a number of challenges technological restrictions in certain markets. For example, the autonomous driving technologies developed by Huaweiwidely used in China, are not available in Europe. This situation creates a significant gap between the innovations available to Chinese consumers and those offered on the European market.
Despite this, the regulations governing autonomous vehicles in Europe and Francehas experienced major advances in recent yearshas gradually facilitated their deployment on the roads.
From 1 September 2022, the France authorises the use of level 3 autonomous vehiclesunder certain strict conditions. This change stems from Order no. 2021-443 of 14 April 2021 and its implementing decree of 29 June 2021, which have amended the Highway Code to allow for their integration.
However, the conditions of use remain strictly regulated, which explains why Chinese manufacturers are finding it difficult to introduce their autonomous driving technologies:
- The vehicle must use dedicated lanesThis will be done by means of a new traffic management system, excluding pedestrians and cyclists, with a physical separation of traffic directions.
- La speed is limited to 60 km/h.
- The weather conditions must be favourable.
Concrete benefits for fleet managers
With God's EyeBYD provides fleet managers high-performance, accessible autonomous driving technology. The ability to choose from 3 versions of God's Eye to meet specific needs means that companies canoptimise their budget while enjoying the benefits of safer driving, more effective and less expensive. The system paves the way for smarter, more sustainable corporate fleets.
- Lower operating costs :
- The automation of certain tasks, such as autonomous parkingthe motorway drivingand lane change reduce maintenance costs and lower the risk of accidents, which in turn means lower insurance premiums.
- The most basic versions, such as Version C (DiPilot 100), already offer useful automation at a lower cost for fleets with a limited budget, while still allowing the most efficient use of resources. fuel savings thanks to more efficient driving.
- Optimising journeys in versions B and A (DiPilot 300 and 600) improves urban and inter-urban journeys, reducing the overall cost of vehicle travel.
- Enhanced security :
- Thanks to the integration of 360° sensors and artificial intelligence algorithms, every version of God's Eye improves the security of journeys, in particular by detecting obstacles and anticipating hazards in complex driving environments.
- The advanced versions (B and A) provide better risk management in dense urban environments and difficult traffic conditions, reducing accidents and vehicle repair costs.
- Scalability and adaptability :
- One of the strengths of the God's Eye system is its scalability: the basic versions (C) benefit from remote updates (OTAs), offering the possibility of gradually develop new functionssuch as autonomous city navigationAs the needs of fleets evolve, so does the range of products we offer.
- Depending on the needs of each fleet manager, the versions of God's Eye can be adapted to specific requirements, whether for complex urban journeys (Version B) or long-distance routes with almost complete autonomy (Version A).
- Accessibility and performance :
- God's Eye democratises autonomous driving, offering advanced functions at affordable prices. For example, the C is ideal for fleets on a budget, while allowing more efficient management of driving tasks.
- The option of choosing between three levels of autonomy (from Version C to Version A) allows fleet managers to optimise their investments according to the real needs of their business and the type of journey that their vehicles will carry out.
💡Good to know According to the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), effective management of electric vehicle charging now requires more time and attention than traditional maintenance.
Conclusion: God's Eye, a future-proof investment for your fleet
Efficient management of an electric fleet requires mastery of modern technologies, proactive maintenance management and accurate route planning. By adopting solutions such as BYD's God's Eye system, fleet managers can not only benefit from a better understanding of the vehicle's environment, they can also make informed decisions about the vehicle's future. reduced operating costsbut also to guarantee enhanced security and a long-term scalabilitywith the option of adapting the technology to the specific needs of their business.
With its 3 adapted versions (C, B, A), God's Eye meets a variety of autonomous driving needsThe result is a range of products that offer exceptional performance at affordable prices.
The integration of telematics tools and the ability to evolve thanks to software updates make this solution a strategic choice for any fleet looking for profitability, sustainability and safety.
Although questions remain about the availability of this technology on the European marketregulatory advances in autonomous vehicles pave the way for a future in which autonomous driving will play a major role in company fleets.
