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- 1BYD car hacked easily due to missing password, documentary shows●Hacking this BYD was too easy; it didn’t even have a password | Four Corners Documentary
An ABC Four Corners documentary reports that a BYD electric vehicle could be hacked with minimal effort because the system lacked even a basic password protection. The investigation highlights security weaknesses in connected Chinese-made cars, raising concerns about data privacy and vehicle safety as BYD expands globally. Viewers are debating how seriously automakers are taking cybersecurity in increasingly internet-connected vehicles.
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BYD has revealed the price and specifications of the Atto 2 DM-i, a plug-in hybrid small SUV priced from $24,990. The DM-i system pairs a petrol engine with electric drive for low fuel consumption and extended range, positioning the Atto 2 as an affordable option for buyers not ready to go fully electric. Attention is on how the pricing compares with rival hybrid compact SUVs.