# Drone-Equipped Electric SUVs BYD and DJI Partnered to Put Drone Tech on Vehicles By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-03-10 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byd-and-dji References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2025/3/byd-x-dji-roof-mounted-drone-system-release-info) & [byd](https://www.byd.com/)  [BYD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-suspension-system) and [DJI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-fpv2) have announced a partnership that will see the Chinese electric vehicle brand incorporating the [drone manufacturer's technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-matrice-400) onto vehicles. The partnership has seen the Lingyuan system created and available in China where drivers can incorporate it onto the roof of their vehicle to capture aerial footage when filming on the road. The system can be activated with a touchscreen button, which will prompt a series of doors up top to open and reveal a drone launch pad that will accommodate launches when driving. The BYD and DJI partnership identifies a significant step forward when it comes to merging automotive technology with aerial technology. The system is exclusively available in China for the time being. Image Credit: BYD, [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2025/3/byd-x-dji-roof-mounted-drone-system-release-info), [byd](https://www.byd.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 37% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Automotive-aerial Integration:** The convergence of automotive and drone technologies exemplifies a transformative shift in vehicle features, enabling on-the-go aerial data capture. - **Touchscreen-activated Drone Features:** The implementation of a touchscreen-controlled drone deployment mechanism in vehicles highlights an engaging user experience innovation. - **Rooftop Drone Launch Pads:** Innovative rooftop structures facilitating drone launches indicate a novel use of vehicle design for enhanced functionality. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** Incorporating drone capabilities into electric vehicles represents a multi-dimensional approach to expanding vehicle functionalities. - **Consumer Electronics:** The integration of drones into vehicles introduces a unique cross-industry collaboration that enriches the consumer tech landscape. - **Aerial Photography:** Embedding drone systems within cars offers a dynamic toolset for capturing unique perspectives within the aerial photography industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Drone-Incorporated Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestars-o2-roadster.md) - [Drone-Equipped Security SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ghiath-smart-patrol.md) - [Flight-Equipped Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeroht.md) - [Hybrid Racing Camera Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-fpv2.md) - [Intercity Cargo Delivery Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-express.md) - [Drone-Equipped Electric Off-Roaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolfgang-la-thundertruck.md) - [Bouncy Car Suspension Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-suspension-system.md) - [Autonomous Emergency Drone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-duo.md) - [Foldable All-Weather Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matrice-30.md)