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BYD × QINGMEI FUTURE · EV OWNER GUILD

Make every journey
a chance to come together.

BYD Self-Governed Owners' Guild
Through owner-led activities, a shared passion for driving and green initiatives,
an after-sales group becomes a lifestyle community with a human touch.

A convoy of new energy vehicles travels together along a mountain road
EV OWNER GUILD · Going Further Together
15%

Referral rate target

90+

Target Net Promoter Score (NPS)

100%

Commitment to Greener Mobility

Project overview

Background and Community Value

Owner referrals can be the strongest source of new customers. The opportunity is to turn a conventional after-sales group into a lifestyle community.
Seal / Han / Song DM A community of driving enthusiasts, built by owners and prospective buyers together

Target Owners

Seal · Han · Song

DM Owners

NEV Owners
+ Prospects

Referral rate

15%

Referral rate

Owner-Led Growth
Top Acquisition Channel

NPS SCORE

90+

Net Promoter Score

Word of mouth
Brand Trust

Three problems with conventional owner groups

1. Pure after-sales service, no emotional connection
Conventional owner groups focus only on repairs and maintenance, reducing them to a “customer service channel” with no room for deeper relationships.

2. Generic content, low engagement
Without distinctive content or ways to engage, participation stays low and the community gradually falls silent.

3. No path to customer acquisition
Owners are highly satisfied but rarely recommend the brand, with no incentive to refer others.

EV Owner Guild road trip in action

EV Owner Guild road trip in action

Core insight

Core insight

Based on in-depth interviews and behavioral data from 5,000+ BYD owners
We discoveredTwo key drivers

Drive Together. Camp. Customize.
01

Co-Driving / Camping / Modding
Shaping identity

Driving CultureTurning owners from “users” into “enthusiasts”

Data shows that owners who took part inco-driving / camping / moddingactivities saw brand loyalty rise 4.2x, and referral intent rise 6.8x. These activities are more than entertainment. They are vehicles for identity.

Charity initiatives build
02

Charity initiatives build
social recognition

Green GivingTurning owners from “consumers” into “contributors”

79% of BYD owners say that after taking part intree planting / environmental charityactivities, they identify far more strongly with the brand’s values. Charity is more than marketing. It is a bridge to shared values.

Community Positioning

Owner-Led Governance
+ Driving Culture
+ Green Causes

Feishu Groups + In-Car App + Route Library + NFT Badges
Build aSelf-Organized Driving × Lifestyle × Green MissionOwners’ Guild

Owner Profile

Owner Profile

Three core owner groups spanning outdoor, family, and modding cultures

Off-Road Explorers
Outdoor Enthusiasts

Off-Road Explorers

Seal / Song Pro DM-i Owners

Key Characteristics

· Aged 25–40, passionate about the outdoors

· Weekend road trips, camping, off-roading

· Care about range, capability, and space

· Active on social media, sharing experiences

Family Travelers
Families

Family Travelers

Han EV / Tang DM-p Owners

Key Characteristics

· Aged 30–45, with school-age children

· Weekend family outings, suburban camping

· Care about safety, comfort, and the smart cockpit

· Value green education and environmental awareness

Performance Geeks
Customization Enthusiasts

Performance Geeks

Seal / Han DM-p Owners

Key Characteristics

· Aged 20–35, seeking personalization

· Keen on exterior and performance mods

· Care about 0–100 km/h acceleration and handling

· Active in modding forums and track days

Value Proposition

Three value propositions

Ride with Like Minds

Ride with Like Minds

Weekend co-drives
Camping and stargazing meetups
Find like-minded companions

Save Money, Save Hassle

Save Money, Save Hassle

Group discounts on mod parts
Official maintenance offers
Referral reward points

Do Good for the Planet

Do Good for the Planet

Turn green miles into carbon credits
Charity tree planting
Contribute to environmental causes

Guild Activities

Guild Activity Program

Content Cadence

Day

Daily Q&A

Driving tips and tricks
Rapid fault response
Real-time road updates

Weeks

Weekend Co-Drives

City night convoys
Countryside driving routes
Food spot check-ins

Month

Monthly Mod Contest

Exterior styling contest
Performance showdowns
Most Beautiful BYD awards

Quarter

Quarterly Charity

Tree planting campaigns
Rural charity road trips
Green mobility advocacy

Curated Route Library

120km

City Night Loop

Downtown → CBD → Riverside Road → Lookout. Ideal for night convoy cruising.

Beginner
280km

Mountains-to-Sea Traverse

Coastal highway → Mountain pass → Sea-view platform → Campsite. A two-day weekend trip.

Intermediate
500km

Grassland Stargazing Camp

Expressway → Grassland road → Stargazing point → Glamping site. A three-day immersive trip.

Challenge

The route library is continually updated, and owners can submit and share their own routes.

Ask About the Route Library

Content Matrix Examples

0–100 km/h Challenge

Format:Short Video Challenge

How to participate:Owners film 0-100 km/h acceleration videos and upload

Rewards:

→ Fastest time wins tuning fund

→ Top 10 receive exclusive NFT badges

→ Bonus rewards for videos exceeding 10K views

City night cruise convoy

Format:Poster + route guide

How to participate:Sign up via Feishu group + LBS location meetup

Event highlights:

→ Professional convoy leader

→ Photo ops at trending spots

→ Formation driving experience

Rooftop stargazing camping

Format:Illustrated guide + video tutorial

How to participate:Weekend two-day, one-night camping trip

Services included:

→ Group purchase on camping gear

→ Telescope rental

→ Professional photographer coverage

Technology & Incentives

Tech stack and incentive framework

Core technical components

In-vehicle API integration

Connects to the vehicle system for real-time driving data, route navigation, and community message push

LBS location services

Real-time convoy positioning, smart matching of nearby owners, one-tap city meetups

NFT digital badges

Blockchain-based achievement badge system recording owner milestones and honors

Feishu groups + in-vehicle app

Feishu handles daily operations; in-vehicle app delivers driving-specific services

NFT Badge System

🏆

Guild Founder

First 100 members

🌱

Green Pioneer

5 charity events

⚡

Speed Legend

0-100 under 3.9s

🎨

Tuning Master

Tuning contest winner

Green mileage incentive system

Ways to Earn

· Every 100 km pure electric +10

· Join convoy events +50

· Participate in tree-planting +200

· Successful referral purchase +500

· Earn NFT badges +100

Redeem Your Points

· Tuning parts discount vouchers

· Official maintenance service

· BYD merchandize gifts

· VIP new model test-drive access

· Annual owner conference ticket

Exclusive Recognition

· Annual "Green Owner" certification

· Honor wall feature on official website

· Media interview opportunities

· Priority new vehicle ordering

· Lifetime guild honorary membership

Carbon points = green mileage × environmental value

Every 1,000 km pure electric mileage
Equals approximately 200 kg CO₂ reduction
→ Making every journey count for the planet

AUTOMATION & SOP

Event automation workflow

Co-Drive Event SOP

Registration

Feishu group + mini-program sign-up

Owners fill registration form; system auto-tallies headcount and vehicle models

Insurance

One-click event insurance purchase

System integrates with insurer, auto-generates group policy

Route guide

Smart route navigation push

Route guide pushed to vehicle one day prior; one-tap navigation

Materials

Event materials delivery

Car decals, walkie-talkies, first-aid kits delivered in advance

Safety

Full event safety monitoring

LBS real-time convoy tracking with emergency response protocol

Performance Dashboard

Event participation

2,450

Cumulative event attendees

Lead conversion

387

Prospect lead volume

Sales conversion

58

Referral conversion count

NPS advocacy

92

Net Promoter Score

Key Performance Indicators

Key metrics

Referral rate

15%

Referral rate

Owner-Led Growth
Strongest acquisition channel

NPS SCORE

90+

Net Promoter Score

Brand reputation
Loyalty metrics

Implementation Roadmap

T0

Seed owner recruitment

Select 200 active owners
Establish core community

T+40

Route library launch

Publish 50+ curated routes
With navigation and travel guides

T+90

First guild race

Tuning contest + charity event
Brand buzz activation

Budget Allocation

60%

Event Execution

Convoy / tuning / charity

20%

Materials production

Decals / merchandize / gifts

20%

Community operations

Content / systems / staffing

Risk Management

Risk management and compliance

Risk 1: Road Safety

Convoy driving carries road safety risks

Mitigation Strategy

· Pre-event safety briefings and vehicle checks

· Group event insurance covering all participants

· Professional convoy leaders and security personnel

· Real-time location tracking + emergency response protocols

Risk 2: Reputation Management

Negative owner comments or event incidents may trigger public backlash

Mitigation Strategy

· Establish community guidelines and a code of conduct

· Round-the-clock monitoring and early alerts

· Crisis response plans + a rapid response team

· Coordinate all communications through official channels

Compliance Requirements:

1. All self-drive events must comply with the Road Traffic Safety Law. Street racing, running red lights and other illegal conduct are prohibited.

2. Camping events require advance notification to forestry authorities and environmental approval. Activities in protected areas are prohibited.

3. Community tree-planting events must be organized with local government or environmental organizations to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.

Project Value

Project Value & Expected Outcomes

EV Owner Guild is more than an owner community
It is a strategic platform for BYD to build"a lifestyle brand"its SME finance ecosystem

Through owner-led governance, driving culture and environmental action
Within Within 18 monthswe expect to achieve:

15%

Referral rate

90+

Net Promoter Score (NPS)

5000+

Active Owners

A fundamental shift in the relationship between brand and owner
From aftersales service to a shared lifestyle. From product users to brand co-creators.
From one-way communication to advocacy that drives growth

Producer

Qingmei Future × BYD

Owner-Led Guild Strategy · 2025

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