BYD said on Tuesday it has developed its first fully in-house tablet, marking a further step in the automaker’s vertical integration strategy.
The device will debut in the Fang Cheng Bao Tai 7 hybrid SUV, the second model in the Tai series after the Tai 3, which is aimed at urban driving.
The tablet will connect with the Tai 7’s vehicle system to enable multi-screen collaboration, BYD said. The SUV is scheduled to launch in the fourth quarter, following the first mass-produced unit rolling off the production line this week.
BYD’s move comes as Chinese consumers increasingly value connectivity in in-vehicle information systems. Competitors such as Xiaomi and Huawei have leveraged their consumer electronics expertise to enhance in-car experiences, while rival Nio has sought similar benefits through its Nio Phone project.
The development also highlights BYD’s capabilities beyond new energy vehicles and batteries. The company is one of China’s largest consumer electronics contract manufacturers, supplying brands including Huawei, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, and Honor.
