BYD’s electric hypercar can jump on its own but why? [Video]

BYD has released a new marketing video showing off the technological prowess of its new hypercar, but it’s difficult to differentiate its practical benefits from its tricks and gimmicks.

The U9 electric hypercar, sold in China under BYD’s upscale Yangwang brand, has been shown off performing its unique party piece – the ability to jump.

While the car has previously been seen ‘hopping’ in place and comfortably trundling along on three wheels, this latest video shows it jumping over various obstacles at speed while relying solely on its autonomous driving tech with no one behind the wheel.

The video, reposted to YouTube by American-based outlet Carscoops, can be viewed below.

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The U9 is seen to be tackling a straight course dotted with three obstacles. Shots of the car’s interior reveal both front seats are …