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BYD Establishes European HQ and R&D Center in Budapest to Drive EV Growth

The new facility will create 2,000 jobs, strengthen local partnerships, and focus on next-gen electrification technologies.

Overview

  • BYD's European headquarters and R&D center will be located in Budapest’s 11th District, marking its fifth site in Hungary.
  • The project will initially create 2,000 jobs, with 90% of R&D staff expected to hold university degrees.
  • BYD will collaborate with at least three Hungarian universities to enhance training and foster innovation.
  • R&D efforts will prioritize intelligent mobility and advanced electrification technologies for future EVs.
  • Hungarian government support, coupled with BYD’s localization strategy, underscores Hungary’s role as a key hub for BYD’s European expansion.