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flag BYD seeks SKD assembly in India to bypass high tariffs and boost EV sales amid growing demand and supply limits.

flag BYD is exploring semi-knocked-down (SKD) assembly in India to overcome import limits and high tariffs, as its EV sales surged 88% last year to about 5,500 units despite a 2,500-unit cap on fully built vehicles. flag High tariffs—up to 110%—have made imports costly, but SKD assembly could reduce them to 30%, easing barriers. flag The company, which sells models like the Atto 3 and Sealion 7, faces hundreds of unfulfilled orders and is engaging Indian regulators to address supply constraints. flag Though India previously rejected a full plant, SKD is seen as a viable alternative. flag BYD aims to boost overseas deliveries by nearly 25% this year amid slowing growth in China, despite inconsistent policy support and delayed leadership visits.

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