BYD Launches Pre‑Orders for New Seagull, a Bigger Version of Its $10K EV

BYD has opened pre‑orders for a new iteration of its Seagull electric vehicle, the company’s most affordable model in China that sells overseas as the Dolphin Surf. The original Seagull starts at roughly $10,000, making it one of the cheapest electric cars on the market. The updated version is described as a larger, more capable vehicle and is expected to be an even “bigger” hit, according to the company’s announcement. While details on specifications and pricing remain sparse, the move signals BYD’s intent to broaden its low‑cost EV lineup and could influence global pricing strategies in the electric‑vehicle sector.