BYD Sri Lanka received a significant vote of confidence as BYD Vice President Liu Xueliang visited the country, reaffirming the global electric vehicle manufacturer’s commitment to expanding its presence in one of South Asia’s fastest-growing new energy vehicle markets.
BYD Sri Lanka Strengthens Commitment with Global Visit
John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), the authorised distributor of BYD and DENZA in Sri Lanka, welcomed Liu Xueliang during an official visit focused on reviewing the rapid growth of both brands across sales and after-sales operations. The visit highlights BYD’s long-term confidence in Sri Lanka’s transition towards sustainable mobility and reinforces the country’s strategic importance within the company’s regional plans.
Speaking during the visit, Liu said Sri Lanka occupies an increasingly important position in BYD’s South Asian growth strategy.
“Sri Lanka holds a strategic place in BYD’s regional outlook for South Asia. What stands out to us is the enthusiasm and loyalty Sri Lankan customers have shown towards the brand, and that response has shaped how seriously we view this market’s potential.”
He also thanked local customers for embracing both BYD and DENZA, adding that the company remains committed to delivering globally recognised technology, high-quality products, and comprehensive customer support. Liu also praised the JKCG Auto team for successfully establishing the brands in Sri Lanka.
The visit follows another milestone year for BYD globally. The company recorded sales of 4.6 million new energy vehicles during 2025 and remains on course to exceed that figure in 2026, further strengthening its position as the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles.
BYD also earned international recognition after being named the World’s Most Innovative Automotive Group in the Automotive INNOVATIONS Report 2026 published by Germany’s Centre of Automotive Management (CAM). The achievement marked the first time in the report’s 21-year history that a Chinese automaker secured the top ranking.
The company’s global success has been mirrored in Sri Lanka following the reopening of vehicle imports. Within just nine months of imports resuming, BYD Sri Lanka accounted for approximately 37% of all brand-new vehicle registrations in the country and more than 70% of electric vehicle registrations, underlining the strong demand for its models among local consumers.
These figures position Sri Lanka as one of BYD’s fastest-growing emerging markets in South Asia. Rising consumer awareness of environmentally friendly transportation, together with increasing interest in advanced automotive technology, has accelerated the adoption of electric mobility solutions across the country.
During his visit, Liu held discussions with the JKCG Auto leadership team on expanding BYD’s local operations. Talks focused on strengthening vehicle sales, enhancing after-sales services, expanding charging infrastructure, developing technical expertise, and supporting the wider growth of Sri Lanka’s new energy vehicles ecosystem.
The visit also included an exclusive customer engagement programme, where Liu hosted a private evening for DENZA owners featuring a dinner and vehicle driving experience, providing an opportunity to interact directly with customers and gather feedback on their ownership experience.
John Keells CG Auto Chief Executive Officer Charith Panditharatne said BYD has transformed the global automotive industry’s approach to sustainable mobility while Sri Lanka is now beginning to realise the potential of a rapid transition to new energy vehicles.
He noted that Liu’s visit further demonstrates BYD’s confidence in both JKCG Auto and the Sri Lankan market. According to Panditharatne, the partnership continues to build the infrastructure required for the next stage of electric mobility, including customer access, service readiness, charging facilities, and technical capability.
The continued collaboration between BYD and JKCG Auto is expected to support broader growth within Sri Lanka’s automotive industry while encouraging the adoption of cleaner transportation technologies. As the market evolves, BYD Sri Lanka aims to combine its global leadership in innovation with JKCG Auto’s local expertise to deliver sustainable mobility solutions that meet the changing needs of Sri Lankan motorists.
With demand for electric vehicles continuing to increase worldwide, Sri Lanka is emerging as an important growth market, and BYD’s latest high-level visit signals its intention to play a long-term role in shaping the country’s future mobility landscape.