The world’s leading new energy vehicle manufacturer BYD today inaugurated its first passenger vehicles showroom in Chennai. The showroom located in Chennai is run and managed by KUN BYD.
The showroom was inaugurated by Mr. Sandeep Rai Rathore, Commissioner of Police, Avadi Police Commissionerate, Mr. U. Venkatesh, Chairman, KUN Group, Mr. Sanjay Gopalakrishnan, Senior Vice President of Electric Passenger Vehicle Business, BYD India, in the presence of senior officials of BYD India, KUN BYD and customers.
KUN BYD will provide access to BYD’s pure electric vehicles with high-quality services for its consumers in Chennai. With considerable experience in the automobile industry, KUN BYD has extensive reach with its business covering neighbouring regions.
Spread across 20000 square feet with state of the art 3S facility ( Sales, Spares & Services), the showroom is one of the largest BYD showrooms in India and has well-trained technicians, service equipment, service bays, a customer lounge and a showroom display floor, offering customers the best in-store experience.
KUN Group has a large well-established automotive dealer network across South India and is known for its sales & after sales customer satisfaction. The showroom is located in Ambattur, the automotive hub of Chennai, and is surrounded by several premium and luxury car brands. KUN is currently one of the largest retailers for BYD cars in India and has delivered the “BYD delight” to its numerous customers.
Mr. Sanjay Gopalakrishnan, Senior Vice President of Electric Passenger Vehicle Business, BYD India, said,
“We are extremely happy to announce the first passenger vehicles showroom in Chennai with KUN BYD, which will help us penetrate deeper into the Chennai market. We are in the process of expanding our dealer network nationally. The state has been a key part of our growth strategy in India, and we are confident that this dealership will set new benchmark in the region.”
Mr. U. Venkatesh, Chairman of KUN Group, said,
“KUN is very proud to represent BYD in the state of Tamil Nadu and will deliver the highest level of sales and service standards to our valuable customers. We believe that BYD is the world-leading player in the global electric mobility market and this partnership will help us create new electric pathways in India’s future.”
The Indian government is targeting 30% EV penetration for the PV segment by 2030 and is aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070. Driven by these goals, BYD will constantly work closely with its partners to provide localized and green products for the Indian market.
About BYD India
BYD India was established in March 2007 in Chennai, India, with an office in New Delhi. The Indian subsidiary has two factories, covering more than 140,000 sqm, with a cumulative investment of over $200 million. The business covers mobile components, battery energy storage, electric buses, electric trucks, electric forklifts, etc. BYD India provides customers with product solutions and related after-sales services.
Formulating the strategic layout of BYD India and South Asia, BYD India has gradually developed into the regional headquarters of South Asia, realizing the group’s localization strategy in this region. With joint efforts of local partners, e-buses powered by BYD battery, powertrain, and chassis technology are deployed in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Pune, and other cities. Currently, these e-buses have been put into commercial operation and occupy a large market share in India. Over 500 of the All-New e6, India’s First Premium Electric MPV, have been delivered to customers, making BYD number one in this niche market.
