2025 World Car Person of the Year Finalist: Stella Li

As Executive Vice President and the global number two at BYD, Li has been a key figure in the company’s rise since 1996. BYD has grown into one of the world’s largest automakers in less than 30 years and in 2024, the company celebrated an impressive milestone: its 10-millionth new energy vehicle. Li is the driving force behind BYD’s strategic planning and global expansion, which achieved new heights in 2024. Her vision drives both innovation and accessibility. A standout achievement is the brand-new high-speed electric motor in the BYD Sealion 7. This revolutionary motor, the world’s fastest mass-produced electric engine, combines powerful acceleration and top speeds with a single-speed transmission, reaching 23,000 RPM - outpacing even Formula 1 standards. BYD brings this cutting-edge technology to market at an affordable price, revolutionizing accessibility. Under Li’s leadership, 2024 was a year of groundbreaking achievements for BYD. Her influence will continue shaping the global automotive industry and advancing a greener future. #WCOTY #WCOTY2025 #WorldCarAwards #WorldCarPersonOfTheYear