BYD says its cast aluminum frame is lighter, tougher, and safer than steel

Published: Jun 2nd 2026 8:40am on Electrek

If you’re from Pittsburg, you may want to sit down for this one: global EV sales leader BYD claims the aluminum frame that underpins its new Yangwang U8L SUV passes a brutal, 12 ton lift test – despite weighing over 100 lbs. less than a comparable steel frame.