Move over, Tesla—there’s a new electric vehicle (EV) star in Europe, and it’s rolling out of a small Hungarian city you’ve probably never heard of. 🌍 Komárom, population 20,000, is now the beating heart of Europe’s green transport revolution, thanks to Chinese automaker BYD’s buzzing factory.
Since 2017, this border-town plant has pumped out 700+ electric buses with game-changing battery tech (400 km range on one charge! 🔋). Now, it’s doubling down: a major expansion could double its 500+ workforce, turning Komárom into a key player in Europe’s climate goals.
“Our buses are like the Avengers of public transport—quiet, powerful, and saving the planet one ride at a time,” jokes BYD Europe’s Daochun Zhang. The factory’s 18-meter articulated buses already cruise through cities from London to Lisbon, and double-decker chassis might be next. 🚍
Hungary’s Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó calls it a win for global teamwork: “When East meets West, we spark real change. This isn’t just about buses—it’s about building bridges.” 🌉
With BYD moving its European HQ to Budapest, Komárom’s glow-up is official. Once known for history, this underdog city is now writing the future of transport—and proving that big green dreams can start small. 🌱✨
