BYD

Location: Changsha, Xian

Industry: Automobile manufacturing

Suitable time: 0.5 Day, 1 Day

Company Profile

As an outstanding representative of China's domestic enterprises, BYD Co., Ltd. has steadily forged ahead with the spirit of pioneering innovation and an unwavering commitment to industrial development since its founding in 1994. Today, it has grown into an industrial giant with a business portfolio spanning four core sectors—automotive, rail transit, new energy, and electronics—and stands as a global leader in the new energy vehicle sector. In the new energy vehicle sector, through its relentless pursuit of core technologies, BYD has gained comprehensive mastery of key technologies—including batteries, electric motors, and electronic control systems—as well as a vast portfolio of patents, thereby establishing insurmountable technological barriers. Driven by outstanding product quality and market recognition, BYD's new energy vehicle sales have continued to climb. Currently, its monthly sales consistently rank among the top, and the company has successfully secured a spot among the top three global new energy vehicle sellers, writing a remarkable chapter in the rise of Chinese automotive brands with its impressive achievements. In the field of rail transit, BYD has also demonstrated strong innovative capabilities, with its independently developed Yunba project serving as a prime example. As an innovative solution for light-capacity rail transit systems, the BYD Yunba has been successfully implemented and put into operation in Xi'an High-Tech Zone. Since its launch, it has provided local residents with a new transportation option thanks to its safety, efficiency, and environmental friendliness. As of 2025, the Yunba project in Xi'an High-Tech Zone has carried over one million passengers. It has not only effectively alleviated regional traffic pressure but has also become a vivid example of smart urban transportation development, highlighting BYD’s comprehensive competitiveness across multiple industries.

Significance of investigation

Witness Chinese NEV intelligent manufacturing on‑site
Overseas delegations tour stamping and final‑assembly workshops. Observe flexible mixed‑model production lines, automated robotic operations and the complete manufacturing workflow of new‑energy passenger vehicles. Gain direct insights into BYD's vertical‑integrated industrial system.

Experience SkyShuttle autonomous smart transit system
Ride BYD self‑developed SkyShuttle rubber‑tired elevated rail vehicle. Visit the OCC operation‑control center to understand how the "smart brain" manages unmanned rail transit, learning innovative solutions for urban micro‑circulation mobility.

Master core future‑mobility technologies
Attend themed science lecture covering battery, motor, electric‑control three‑core technologies for EVs plus SkyShuttle technical features. Explore the trends of green, low‑carbon and intelligent transportation.

Hands‑on STEM practice for transportation tech
Take part in model‑building workshops, assembling EV kits or obstacle‑avoidance robotic cars. Translate theoretical knowledge of transportation hardware into tangible hands‑on results.

Cross‑border industrial reference for new‑energy transition
Exchange with BYD technical specialists. Compare global development paths for electric vehicles and smart urban rail transit, drawing practical inspiration for clean‑energy industry transformation.

Travel itinerary plan

09:00‑09:30｜Arrival, Opening Briefing & Group Photo
Group check‑in at Caotang Industrial Park gate. Safety briefing for factory access, overview of full‑day agenda. Group photo at BYD landmark stone.

09:30‑11:00｜Guided Tour of NEV Intelligent Manufacturing Workshops
Visit stamping workshop and final‑assembly workshop along designated visitor passage.

• Observe high‑efficiency automated stamping processes for vehicle body panels.
• Watch full‑vehicle assembly workflow including chassis installation, interior fitting and mixed‑line multi‑vehicle production.

Note: No photography inside production workshops.

11:00‑12:00｜Group Lunch & Break
Buffet lunch at BYD staff canteen, rest period.

12:00‑12:30｜SkyShuttle OCC Operation‑Control Center Visit
Observe the central dispatching "smart brain" of SkyShuttle system from viewing gallery. Learn real‑time monitoring, scheduling and safety‑management logic for unmanned rubber‑tired rail transit.

12:30‑13:15｜SkyShuttle Riding Experience
Board the fully‑electric SkyShuttle train. Ride through the industrial campus. Listen to live introduction about rubber‑tired track design, low‑energy‑consumption features and real‑world application scenarios.

13:15‑13:45｜Themed Expert Science Lecture
Choose lecture depth for different groups:

• Junior‑level: Smart Mobility for Tomorrow (introductory for general audiences)
• Senior‑level: Future‑Transport Innovation: EV & SkyShuttle Technology Deep‑Dive

Interactive Q&A included.

13:45‑14:45｜Hands‑on STEM Workshop (Select One Module)

• Option A: EV Model Assembly (suitable for general groups). Build electric‑vehicle model to understand basic auto mechanical structures.
• Option B: Obstacle‑Avoidance Robot Car Building (for technical‑focus delegations). Complete assembly and simple debugging of sensor‑driven robotic cars.

14:45‑15:00｜Summary, Sharing & Closing Group Photo
Participants share workshop outcomes. Wrap‑up session, take final group photo to conclude full‑day program.

Important Note:

• This itinerary is for reference only. Sequence and workshop access will be adjusted subject to real‑time factory production and SkyShuttle operation status.
• Strict dress‑code requirement: long‑sleeve tops, long trousers and closed‑toe flat shoes; sandals, skirts and cropped trousers are prohibited for factory entry.
• Shooting is forbidden inside production workshops; pre‑approval is required for professional photography.
• Group must submit application form, safety waiver and visitor insurance documents in advance for site admission.