BYD has launched the newest over-the-air (OTA) software program replace for its Atto 3 electrical crossover, which it says brings higher vary estimation, together with different enhancements and optimisations.
The BYD Atto 3 now receives a dynamic vary estimation operate, along with the prevailing estimation based mostly on NEDC testing, to mirror real-time vary based mostly in your use of the automobile.
This totally different vary estimation operate may be toggled within the Atto 3’s automobile settings.
Different adjustments with this OTA software program replace embrace the next:
Improved air flow operate after the air compressor shuts off to stop fogging after shut-off in cooler temperaturesOptimisation of DC charging energy, extending high-power charging durationImproved DC charging gun locking communicationImproved functionality of wi-fi charging operate
BYD has been on a tear the previous couple of months with latest updates. Current additions embrace Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cellular app connectivity, native navigation, and conversational voice prompts.
The BYD Atto 3 was the primary electrical automobile (EV) the corporate bought in Australia. Native deliveries of the electrical crossover began in September final yr.
The Atto 3 is presently priced from $48,011 earlier than on-roads for the Normal Vary, and $51,011 earlier than on-roads for the Prolonged Vary.
As not too long ago reported, BYD has introduced it plans to deliver 4 new EVs to Australia over the subsequent 12 months.
Deliveries of the Dolphin will start within the fourth quarter of this yr, and BYD’s native distributor EVDirect says the Seal will come quickly however didn’t affirm particular launch timing.
“We’re excited to be bringing the forms of automobiles Australians need,” Luke Todd, CEO of BYD’s native distributor EVDirect, informed CarExpert.
Along with the Dolphin and Seal, there would be the beforehand confirmed ute, in addition to an unspecified SUV.
It’s unclear which SUV BYD will deliver to Australia. It could possibly be the Sea Lion, reported in Chinese language media as BYD’s upcoming Tesla Mannequin Y rival.
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