John Keells CG Auto begins first BYD deliveries in Sri Lanka.
BYD, a global leader in New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), recently commenced its first customer vehicle deliveries in Sri Lanka, following the lifting of import restrictions. The first batch of vehicles, imported and distributed by its authorised distributor John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), was officially handed over to customers at a special event marking the start of a phased roll out of BYD’s NEV models in the country.
The shipment, which arrived in Sri Lanka on 14 March, includes the BYD SEALION 6, BYD ATTO 3, BYD DOLPHIN and several other models. With demand for sustainable transport solutions growing, this delivery represents a key step in bringing advanced NEV technology to Sri Lankan roads.
Speaking on the occasion, Chairperson of John Keells Holdings Krishan Balendra said that “these first deliveries mark the culmination of a years’ long effort to establish BYD in Sri Lanka.”
“It serves as an important milestone for our nation’s automotive industry and the aspirations for sustainable vehicle ownership for many Sri Lankans. By serving as the link between the world’s leader in NEVs, we also hope to establish Sri Lanka’s NEV transition over the coming years into a global benchmark for sustainable transportation,” he added.
With additional shipments expected in the coming months, John Keells CG Auto says it remains committed to ensuring a smooth transition for customers adopting NEVs while supporting the broader development of Sri Lanka’s green mobility ecosystem.
