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Chinese New Year at Gates BYD

Welcome to the Year of the Horse

This year, we’re proud to celebrate Chinese New Year and welcome the Year of the Horse, a symbol of strength, energy, freedom, and prosperity in the Chinese zodiac. The Year of the Horse begins on 17th February 2026 and represents bold ambition and movement forward.

A Time for Celebration and Good Fortune

Chinese New Year is one of the most important cultural celebrations in East Asia and communities around the world. Festivities typically include family gatherings, symbolic decorations in red and gold (for luck and prosperity), lantern displays, and traditional customs such as giving red envelopes for good fortune.

Celebrating Chinese New Year at Gates BYD

We're celebrating Chinese New Year at Gates BYD in Harlow and Stevenage on Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd February 2026!

Come celebrate with us, explore the latest BYD vehicles, enjoy the atmosphere and join in the spirit of the Year of the Horse.

Whether you're planning a visit, test drive or just stopping by to see the decorations, we'd love to share this special time with you!

5 Fun Facts about Chinese New Year:

Red is the main colour as it symbolises good luck, happiness and prosperity.
Chinese New Year is the biggest annual celebration in the world, with over a billion people celebrating across multiple countries.
Each year is linked to an animal from the Chinese zodiac, this year being the Horse
Fireworks are traditionally used to scare away evil spirits and welcome good fortune for the year ahead.
The Horse symbolises energy, confidence and freedom, and is associated with success and moving forward.

How do I find out more?

Here at Gates, we have a dedicated area of our website for Gates BYD! The site includes lots of useful information including detailed information about the BYD New Car range, Used BYD Cars in stock, Service and Repair as well as latest BYD offers!

Should you wish to contact us at Gates BYD, simply contact our teams at either Gates BYD Harlow or Gates BYD Stevenage by phone or using our live chat facility. You can also visit our dealerships where you'll be assured of a warm welcome.

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Family-owned since 1920 Upholding the values Frank G.Gates Ltd considered important over 100 years ago

Open seven days a week Across our dealerships in Essex, Hertfordshire and Greater London

Reserve your vehicle for just £99 Reserve for just £99. What's more, it’s fully refundable should you change your mind

Over 500 quality used vehicles We stock hundreds of approved used cars and vans to suit all kinds of motoring needs

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Family-owned since 1920 Upholding the values Frank G.Gates Ltd considered important over 100 years ago

Open seven days a week Across our dealerships in Essex, Hertfordshire and Greater London

Reserve your vehicle for just £99 Reserve for just £99. What's more, it’s fully refundable should you change your mind

Over 500 quality used vehicles We stock hundreds of approved used cars and vans to suit all kinds of motoring needs

Reg. Office: Gates Corner, Edinburgh Way, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2EG.
Registered in England. Company Reg. No. 245843
FCA Reg. No 311218 | VAT Reg. No GB 246 1372 72

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Family-owned since 1920 Upholding the values Frank G.Gates Ltd considered important over 100 years ago

Open seven days a week Across our dealerships in Essex, Hertfordshire and Greater London

Reserve your vehicle for just £99 Reserve for just £99. What's more, it’s fully refundable should you change your mind

Over 500 quality used vehicles We stock hundreds of approved used cars and vans to suit all kinds of motoring needs

Reg. Office: Gates Corner, Edinburgh Way, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2EG.
Registered in England. Company Reg. No. 245843
FCA Reg. No 311218 | VAT Reg. No GB 246 1372 72

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Chinese New Year at Gates BYD

Welcome to the Year of the Horse

This year, we’re proud to celebrate Chinese New Year and welcome the Year of the Horse, a symbol of strength, energy, freedom, and prosperity in the Chinese zodiac. The Year of the Horse begins on 17th February 2026 and represents bold ambition and movement forward.

A Time for Celebration and Good Fortune

Celebrating Chinese New Year at Gates BYD

5 Fun Facts about Chinese New Year:

How do I find out more?

Follow Gates BYD on social media!