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BYD Unveils EV Charging Tech Delivering 400km Range in 5 Minutes

The Chinese automaker's Super e-Platform sets a new industry benchmark, doubling Tesla's charging speeds and addressing charging anxiety.

People walk infront of an agency building of the Chinese electric car brand BYD, in Mexico City,Mexico, March 3, 2025. REUTERS/Quetzalli Nicte-Ha/File Photo
BYD's large cylindrical cell batteries are pictured at Smart Energy Week showcasing technologies and information in the energy industry, in Tokyo, Japan February 19, 2025. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
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Overview

  • BYD's new Super e-Platform achieves peak charging speeds of 1,000 kW, enabling 400 kilometers (249 miles) of range in just five minutes.
  • The Han L sedan and Tang L SUV will be the first models equipped with the technology, launching in April 2025.
  • BYD plans to build over 4,000 ultra-fast charging stations across China to support the rollout, though no timeline has been specified.
  • The announcement boosted BYD's stock by over 6% to a record high, while Tesla's stock fell by 4.8%, reflecting increased competition.
  • This innovation aims to address charging anxiety, a major barrier to EV adoption, by making charging times comparable to refueling a gasoline vehicle.