BYD faces EU scrutiny over Hungary labor abuses. The world's largest EV manufacturer is now the first Chinese automaker to be formally raised in the European Parliament over alleged worker exploitation at its Hungarian factory site. Contractors reportedly subjected thousands of employees to seven-day work weeks with shifts exceeding twelve hours daily. A watchdog investigation documented inadequate medical support and at least one worker death during construction. The allegations mark a significant escalation in regulatory pressure on Chinese manufacturers operating in Europe, potentially impacting BYD's expansion strategy and reputation as it continues rapid global growth in the competitive electric vehicle market.
