ZEEKR Unveils Record-Breaking 1.2 MW EV Charger, Surpassing BYD
The new ultra-fast charger, set to debut at the Shanghai Auto Show, highlights China's leadership in EV charging innovation as Huawei readies its 1.5 MW charger for heavy-duty vehicles.
- ZEEKR has announced a 1.2 MW EV charger, the most powerful in the world, surpassing BYD's 1 MW charger unveiled earlier this month.
- The charger, featuring liquid-cooled cables to manage heat, will be publicly showcased at the Shanghai Auto Show in April 2025.
- Huawei has entered the competition with plans to debut a 1.5 MW charger aimed at heavy-duty vehicles later in April, further intensifying the race.
- Western automakers lag behind, with most EVs charging at sub-300 kW rates, underscoring a growing technological gap with China.
- ZEEKR has not yet introduced a vehicle capable of fully utilizing its 1.2 MW charger, raising questions about practical applications for passenger EVs.