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BYD Launches World’s First Megawatt EV Charging Platform

The Super E-Platform delivers 400km of range in five minutes, but its success hinges on infrastructure readiness and battery durability.

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BYD has disclosed that their latest EVs can be fully charged in five to eight minutes thanks to its new technology, known as the Super-E platform
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Overview

  • BYD's Super E-Platform technology achieves 1,000kW charging speeds, offering 400km (249 miles) of range in just five minutes.
  • The new charging system is supported by BYD's Blade battery, which uses lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry for safety and efficiency.
  • The Han L sedan and Tang L SUV will be the first models to feature the technology, launching initially in China.
  • BYD plans to install 4,000 ultra-fast charging stations across China to support the rollout of this groundbreaking technology.
  • While the innovation addresses range anxiety, concerns remain about battery degradation and the need for global infrastructure upgrades.