BYD Sedan Performs 360° Tank Turn in Tight Space
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- Li Zexin shared a viral video on X showing a BYD electric sedan rotating in place within a narrow gap, demonstrating a 360‑degree tank turn.
- Den Za Z9 GT can perform both crab walks and pivot turns thanks to its tri‑motor setup with independently controlled rear wheels.
- YangWang models (U7 luxury sedan, U8 SUV, U9 supercar) use an e4 quad‑motor platform that enables a full 359‑degree tank turn and other feats like floating and jumping.
- Electrek notes that while tank turns aren't everyday useful, they showcase the engineering advantage of independent motors and torque‑vectoring software, which BYD is shipping while Western automakers have only promised it.
- Tire manufacturers are reportedly cheering louder than BYD’s marketing department whenever such videos go viral, according to the commentary.
- BYD is rapidly expanding the independent‑motor technology across its lineup, from $13,000 Seagulls to flagship SUVs that have received over 100,000 orders.
Why it matters: The stunt underscores BYD’s ability to mass‑produce independent‑motor torque‑vectoring, giving it a tangible engineering edge that Western EV makers have only promised, potentially shifting consumer perception and market competitiveness toward the Chinese brand. The capability also shows BYD’s platform can handle extreme maneuvers, which may attract buyers seeking agility and reinforce BYD’s market share growth across its model range.
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