"BYD may be considering building their own team or buying into a season [of F1]... as it pushes up its luxury branding." BYD is actively trying to shed its mass-market and ride-hailing image by launching high-margin luxury vehicles. Associating the brand with premium motorsports like Formula 1 is a strategic move to attract upscale consumers, which would significantly improve their profit margins if successful. WATCH BYD's execution on its luxury brand expansion and potential F1 entry as a catalyst for margin expansion. High capital costs associated with F1 entry without a guaranteed return on investment in terms of luxury vehicle sales.