2 July 2023
By Tom Collins
tom@TheCork.ie
BYD is a Chinese eCar brand that is making inroads into the marketplace across Europe
It was only in February that BYD appointed two Motor Distributors Ltd (MDL) as their National Dealer Partner for the Republic of Ireland.
MDL’s recent main activity in Ireland has been the distribution of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, which it will continue with. MDL has been quick to open showrooms in Dublin and Cork for BYD. The Cork site being adjacent to the existing Mercedes-Benz showroom at East Gate, Little Island.
The global BYD website states it is “the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles”. BYD’s footprint now covers six continents, more than 70 countries and over 400 cities.
This week, Entertainment presenter Finnoula Jay and Celebrity chef Lilly Higgins fronted a Cork launch event at the Dean Hotel, Horgan’s Quay, Cork City. Photographer David Clynch was there.
Presenter Fionnuala Jay pictured at an evening of discovery with BYD as they launch the Atto 3 into Ireland with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL). Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering Cork’s undiscovered gems, hosted by presenter Fionnuala Jay who was joined by TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles introduces the groundbreaking Atto 3, a fully electric SUV seamlessly combining
sustainability and style.
Picture: David Clynch
TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins pictured at an evening of discovery with BYD as they launch the Atto 3 into Ireland with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL). Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering Cork’s undiscovered gems, hosted by presenter Fionnuala Jay who was joined by TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles introduces the groundbreaking Atto 3, a fully electric SUV seamlessly combining
sustainability and style.
Picture: David Clynch
Eimear Hallahan from Cloyne, Stephen Hennessy from Ardmore, Leslie Boland from Youghal and Aimee Wills from Blackrock pictured at an evening of discovery with BYD as they launch the Atto 3 into Ireland with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL). Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering Cork’s undiscovered gems, hosted by presenter Fionnuala Jay who was joined by TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles introduces the groundbreaking Atto 3, a fully electric SUV seamlessly combining sustainability and style.
Picture: David Clynch
Sarah Morley from Rochestown and Patrick Vicente from Wilton pictured at an evening of discovery with BYD as they launch the Atto 3 into Ireland with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL). Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering Cork’s undiscovered gems, hosted by presenter Fionnuala Jay who was joined by TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles introduces the groundbreaking Atto 3, a fully electric SUV seamlessly combining sustainability and style.
Picture: David Clynch
Jade Barry from Rochestown and Glenn Williamson from Lehenaghmore pictured at an evening of discovery with BYD as they launch the Atto 3 into Ireland with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL). Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering Cork’s undiscovered gems, hosted by presenter Fionnuala Jay who was joined by TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles introduces the groundbreaking Atto 3, a fully electric SUV seamlessly combining sustainability and style.
Picture: David Clynch
Minnie Marley from Cork and Jade Foley from Knocknaheeny pictured at an evening of discovery with BYD as they launch the Atto 3 into Ireland with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL). Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering Cork’s undiscovered gems, hosted by presenter Fionnuala Jay who was joined by TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles introduces the groundbreaking Atto 3, a fully electric SUV seamlessly combining sustainability and style.
Picture: David Clynch
June Lacour and Dr Monica Peres, both from Cork, pictured at an evening of discovery with BYD as they launch the Atto 3 into Ireland with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL). Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering Cork’s undiscovered gems, hosted by presenter Fionnuala Jay who was joined by TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles introduces the groundbreaking Atto 3, a fully electric SUV seamlessly combining sustainability and style.
Picture: David Clynch
Grace Glynn and Ella Cosgrove, both from Mallow, pictured at an evening of discovery with BYD as they launch the Atto 3 into Ireland with Motor Distributors Limited (MDL). Guests enjoyed an evening uncovering Cork’s undiscovered gems, hosted by presenter Fionnuala Jay who was joined by TV chef and writer Lilly Higgins. BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles introduces the groundbreaking Atto 3, a fully electric SUV seamlessly combining sustainability and style.
Picture: David Clynch
In Q3 2022, BYD Auto shipped 537,000 EV units, an annual increase of 200%, but of that only 17,000 were sales in markets outside China. BYD has established a base in the Netherlands to handle its expansion into Europe.
