BYD’s global leadership visits Sri Lanka as brand deepens regional commitment

BYD Vice President Liu Xueliang gets a Sri Lankan welcome 

• Says Sri Lanka holds a strategic place in BYD’s regional outlook for South Asia
• Grateful for the trust placed in BYD and DENZA by valued Sri Lankan customers
• Within nine months of vehicle imports resuming, BYD accounted for approximately 37% of all brand-new vehicle registrations and over 70% of electric vehicle registrations 

John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), the authorised distributor of BYD and DENZA, recently welcomed BYD Vice President Liu Xueliang to Sri Lanka as part of an official visit reviewing the remarkable growth of both brands across sales and aftersales. 

The visit reflects the company’s long-term confidence in Sri Lanka’s transition towards new energy mobility and its place within that broader global momentum.

Liu said, “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

“We recognise and are grateful for the trust placed in BYD and DENZA by our valued Sri Lankan customers. Our focus going forward is to ensure that they will continue to have access to the same quality products and technology that have earned us recognition globally, and backed by robust customer support. We also commend the JKCG Auto team for their outstanding work in seamlessly giving life to our brand in Sri Lanka.” 

His visit follows another landmark year for BYD, which in 2026 emerged as the globally dominant leader in New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), recording 4.6 million units in sales in 2025, and well on track to surpass that figure in 2026. 

BYD was also celebrated as the World’s Most Innovative Automotive Group in the Automotive INNOVATIONS Report 2026 by Germany’s Centre of Automotive Management (CAM) — the first time a Chinese automaker has topped the ranking in its 21-year history. 

Locally too, BYD has become a fast favourite with Sri Lankan customers. Within nine months of vehicle imports resuming, BYD accounted for approximately 37% of all brand-new vehicle registrations and over 70% of electric vehicle registrations in Sri Lanka. 

This growth has positioned Sri Lanka as one of BYD’s fast growing emerging markets in South Asia, supported by rising customer interest in cleaner, smarter and more sustainable mobility solutions.

During his visit, Liu engaged with the JKCG Auto team on BYD’s continued plans to strengthen its presence in Sri Lanka, with discussions focused on sales, after-sales operations, charging infrastructure, technical expertise and the wider development of the country’s NEV ecosystem. He also hosted an exclusive evening with DENZA customers, bringing together owners for an intimate dinner and a drive experience.

John Keells CG Auto CEO Charith Panditharatne said: “BYD has changed the global conversation around new energy mobility. Similarly, in just one year, Sri Lanka too is waking up to the potential of a rapid NEV transition to completely transform mobility. We are therefore honoured to host Liu, whose visit further reinforces the confidence which BYD has placed in JKCG Auto, and in Sri Lanka. Together, we are building the local platform needed to support the next phase of NEV adoption, from market access and service readiness to charging and technical capability.” 

The continued collaboration between BYD and JKCG Auto is expected to accelerate the adoption of sustainable mobility in Sri Lanka, while contributing to the broader development of the country’s automotive industry. As the market continues to evolve, both companies remain focused on combining BYD’s global technology leadership with JKCG Auto’s local market presence to support Sri Lanka’s transition towards cleaner, smarter and more future-ready mobility.