The BYD factory located in Camaçari, Bahia, has made headlines with executive announcements regarding their significant accumulation of orders, totaling 100,000 vehicles designated for Argentina and Mexico. This announcement came during an event attended by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, though specifics about the models and delivery timelines were not provided. Each country has ordered 50,000 vehicles, and the operations in the factory are rapidly expanding to accommodate this demand.

The capacity of the Bahia factory currently stands at 150,000 vehicles per year, but there are plans to increase this output in phases, with the potential to reach 600,000 units annually. This growth aligns with BYD's recent commencement of a second production shift at the facility, initiated just a month after its official inauguration. As a key player in Brazil's automotive sector, BYD produces several models including the Dolphin Mini, King, and Song Pro.

In the context of the Brazilian automotive market, BYD's presence has been noteworthy, with approximately 113,000 cars sold in Brazil last year according to data from Fenabrave, the national association of dealerships. This positions Brazil as BYD's largest market outside of China, indicating a strong demand and solidifying the company's impact on the international automotive landscape. The recent developments at the Camaçari factory demonstrate BYD's commitment to expanding its operations and meeting the needs of the South American market.