Wang Chuanfu

Wang Chuanfu

entrepreneur China

Wang Chuanfu is the founder and CEO of BYD, a leading Chinese electric vehicle and battery manufacturer. Under his leadership, BYD has transformed from a small battery producer to a dominant player in the global electric vehicle market, outpacing competitors like Tesla in sales and innovation.

Born on Apr 10, 1969 (56 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
2,948
Power
3$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ireland 1 8.00 0.06% +0% 5,030,000 2,948 $5,100 3$
Totals 1 5,030,000 2,948 $5,100 3$
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Recent Mentions

Ireland Ireland: Wang Chuanfu is the chief executive of BYD, which outsells Tesla by offering localized features. 8

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Why Starbucks and others are losing ground in China – The Irish Times

Hong Kong Hong Kong: Wang Chuanfu, the chairman of BYD, stated that the company is expanding into multiple overseas markets. 7

明報 (Ming Pao): 經濟 - 20250607 - 每日明報

Hungary Hungary: Wang Chuanfu stated that the establishment of the BYD European headquarters is a significant milestone for the company's development. 8

Index.hu: Index - Belföld - Orbán Viktor nagy bejelentést tett: Magyarországra költözik a BYD európai központja

France France: Wang Chuanfu, the founder of BYD, confidently predicts the company's rise to the top of the global market. 8

Le Monde: A la tête de BYD, un couple qui secoue l’industrie automobile mondiale

United States United States: Wang Chuanfu is BYD’s founder and one of the country’s most celebrated entrepreneurs. 9

CNN: BYD’s Denza line unveils the Z model as carmakers vie for attention at China’s largest auto show

Switzerland Switzerland: Wang Chuanfu, the CEO of BYD, stated that concerns about the next charging opportunity will remain a topic even as electric vehicle technology advances. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: 500 km Reichweite in 5 Minuten kann man anzweifeln