BYD has initiated production of its first plug-in hybrids at a newly established plant in Uzbekistan, signaling the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer’s strategic move into Central Asia. The facility, located in Jizzakh, has commenced mass production of the BYD Song Plus DM-i SUV, with an initial annual capacity set at 50,000 units. These vehicles are targeted primarily at the Central Asian market, marking a significant expansion effort by BYD in the region.