BYD Company Limited Class H (SZSE:002594) has tapped Peter Szijjarto to lead external relations and European expansion around its Hungary plant even as international head Stella Li says BYD aims to overtake Toyota within five years, a push that could invite EU scrutiny of political ties.

Previous Week Recap

  • BYD Names Peter Szijjarto External Relations Head: BYD (002594) named Peter Szijjarto head of external relations and European business development as it expands in Europe around its Hungary car plant; his government background may draw EU scrutiny.
  • BYD Aims To Surpass Toyota Within Five Years: BYD’s international head Stella Li says BYD aims to surpass Toyota as the world’s largest automaker within five years, asserting U.S. passenger‑car sales aren’t required for that growth.

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