BYD and Manchester City have officially joined forces in a groundbreaking partnership that blends innovation, sustainability, and sporting excellence. BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), is now the Official Automotive Partner of Manchester City Football Club, marking a new chapter in the intersection of advanced technology and world-class football.
BYD and Manchester City: A Winning Partnership for a Sustainable Future
The strategic collaboration between BYD and Manchester City goes far beyond sponsorship. It represents a shared commitment to a greener future. BYD will supply Manchester City with BYD and DENZA vehicles, as well as energy-storage batteries for the City Football Academy, the cutting-edge training and development hub that supports the men’s, women’s, and academy teams.
In addition, fans will soon spot BYD’s branding on the training-kit sleeves of both the men’s and women’s teams, with broader visibility across the Etihad Stadium, including bespoke branding in the dugout area.
BYD and Manchester City: Leading Innovation in Football
By integrating BYD’s advanced vehicle and energy solutions into Manchester City’s daily operations, this partnership demonstrates how technology and sport can collaborate for transformative impact. A BYD vehicle will lead the men’s first team bus on matchdays, symbolizing a forward-thinking approach to mobility and sustainability both on and off the pitch.
BYD and Manchester City: Shared Values of Excellence and Innovation
In announcing the partnership, BYD Executive Vice President Stella Li said the collaboration reflects both organizations’ dedication to excellence and progress. “Manchester City stands for innovation and the courage to push beyond limits, values rooted in BYD’s DNA.”
Echoing her sentiment, Ferran Soriano, CEO of City Football Group, said that BYD and Manchester City are united by a shared purpose: to drive change through innovation and sustainability while inspiring fans and communities worldwide.
BYD and Manchester City: Expanding a Global Vision
The partnership marks another milestone in BYD’s global strategy to connect with international audiences through sport. Having sponsored UEFA EURO 2024 and the UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2025, BYD continues to strengthen its global brand presence.
In 2025 alone, BYD sold 4.6 million vehicles, with over one million delivered outside China. With more than 120,000 engineers driving daily innovation, the company pioneered breakthroughs such as the Blade Battery, DM-i and DM-p hybrid systems, and e-Platform 3.0 technology, setting the future standard for sustainable mobility.
BYD and Manchester City: Driving the Future of Mobility and Sport
Through this partnership, BYD and Manchester City are uniting two worlds, electric mobility and elite football, to inspire global change. As leaders in their fields, both organizations represent what can happen “when technology and passion come together”: a shared vision for performance, progress, and a sustainable future.
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