May. 13 at 8:23 PM
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As of May 2026, **BYD has introduced roof-mounted LiDAR sensors to its most affordable electric vehicles, including the 2026 Seagull (Dolphin Mini)**, bringing advanced intelligent driving technology to the mass market for under 100,000 yuan (
$14,000).
BYD will have LIDAR on a low cost vehicle. Within a year, most Chinese EVs will have LIDAR sensors. The China automobile companies have a tremendous advantage over European and USA auto manufacturers.