Auto drama: BYD Company introduces new hybrid pickup truck in Mexico

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BYD Company Limited (OTCPK:BYDDF) unveiled a new plug-in hybrid pickup truck at an event on Tuesday in Mexico City. The development marks the first time that the Chinese auto giant has launched a new product outside its home nation. The Shark pickup was advertised to be able to travel up to 100 km in EV mode using a 30-kWh battery pack before needing to be recharged. The range extends to 840 km using both electric and combustion methods. The pickup truck consumes 7.5 liters of fuel per 100 km traveled. The BYD Shark zooms from 0 to 100 kph (62...