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BYD raises assisted driving package price by 2,100 RMB, buyers show no resistance

BYD has increased the price of its "God's Eye B" assisted driving laser radar package by 2,100 RMB, a roughly 21% hike effective May 1st. Despite the price adjustment, dealerships report that customer demand for the feature has remained strong. This indicates significant pricing power for BYD within China's competitive intelligent driving market. AI

IMPACT Indicates strong consumer demand for advanced driver-assistance systems in China, potentially influencing future automotive product strategies.

RANK_REASON This is a product update for an automotive feature, not a core AI release or significant industry event.

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BYD raises assisted driving package price by 2,100 RMB, buyers show no resistance

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  1. Pandaily TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Pandaily) ·

    BYD Raises DiPilot Assisted Driving Package by 2,100 RMB — Buyers Show No Sign of Resistance

    BYD raised the price of its "God's Eye B" assisted driving laser radar package by 2,100 RMB (~21%) starting May 1, yet sales staff at multiple dealerships report that customer demand remains largely unaffected, signaling strong pricing power in China's intelligent driving market.