Kenya Power Chairperson Lauds Byd By Loxea Kenya For Advancing Electric Mobility
EVs –mobility support & boost
On October 14th, the ongoing corporate efforts by local motor dealers to introduce Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) in the local market were appreciated and commended by the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (Kenya Power-KPLC) Board Chairperson, Ms Joy Masinde.
At a test-drive experience event for the new BYD (Beyond Your Dream) SHARK 6, a PHEV pickup truck, introduced into Kenya by Loxea Kenya, the Kenya Power Chairperson reiterated the power company’s power distribution commitment meant to enhance to access to electric vehicles charging infrastructure countrywide.
According to her, Kenya Power is focused on de-carbonising the grid through a strategic commitment to climate action by enabling and facilitating the electric-mobility agenda.
“I enjoyed my drive on the BYD Shark 6. The vehicle has impressive road handling and mind-blowing features at a very competitive price,” appreciated Ms Masinde. She added, “At Kenya Power, we are working very hard to power a sustainable future for Kenya through electric mobility and the introduction of EVs and Hybrid vehicles by firms such as Loxea Kenya, which fits very well in our strategy.”
Loxea Kenya, a subsidiary of CFAO Mobility Kenya, recently introduced the fast-selling BYD SHARK 6, which is proving to be a popular customer choice as charging and after-sales service infrastructure continues to grow countrywide.
The BYD vehicles are rapidly becoming the preferred choice for Kenyan consumers who demand innovative, reliable, and sustainable mobility solutions. “At Loxea Kenya, we are proud to lead the country’s transition towards cleaner transportation by offering models such as the BYD SHARK 6 and Sealion 6, which provide cutting-edge plug-in hybrid technology combined with affordability and performance,” explained Loxea MD Ms Jeniffer Kinyoe said.
Alongside the BYD SHARK 6, BYD by Loxea in Kenya, the BYD Sealion 6, (SUV PHEV Model), is enjoying steady growth.
The company has also introduced the BYD Dolphin into the local market. TIME Magazine recently named the BYD Dolphin as one of the best inventions of 2025. It is the company’s star and cheapest offering, priced at K sh 3.6 million locally. It is a compact hatchback, with the simplest version featuring a 30kWh battery, a 55kW motor, a range of 305 km, and a top speed of 130 km/h.
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