BYD unveils new ultra-fast charging technologies for electric vehicles

Chinese automaker BYD has introduced two technologies designed to significantly increase electric vehicle charging speeds: the FLASH Charging system and the second generation of its Blade Battery 2.0, according to information published by Forbes.

The in-house developed charging system can deliver up to 1,500 kW through a single connector, enabling extremely fast charging times. According to the company, a battery can be charged from 10% to 70% in about five minutes, while a 10% to 97% charge takes around nine minutes.

High performance even in extreme cold

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The technology is designed to maintain high charging speeds even in extreme temperatures. At -30°C, the FLASH charger can recharge a Blade 2.0 battery from 20% to 97% in about 12 minutes.

The new battery generation also features a 5% increase in energy density, enabling driving ranges of over 1,000 km according to China’s CLTC efficiency test cycle.

R&D aimed at accelerating EV adoption

According to Wang Chuanfu, the automotive industry must address the persistent challenges of slow charging speeds and reduced battery performance in cold weather to accelerate electric vehicle adoption.

Blade Battery 2.0 was developed after six years of intensive research, and its integration with FLASH Charging aims to overcome the traditional trade-off between high energy density and fast charging capability.

Expanding charging infrastructure

To support the new technology, BYD is also expanding its FLASH Charging network.

The company has already installed 4,239 charging stations in China and plans to reach 20,000 stations by the end of the year.

The stations are paired with ultra-fast energy storage systems designed to reduce pressure on the electricity grid.

First model for Europe

The first model expected to use these technologies in Europe will be DENZA Z9GT, a premium grand-touring vehicle from BYD’s luxury brand.

BYD plans to deploy the FLASH Charging network globally, with further details about international rollout expected later.

Founded in 1994 as a rechargeable battery manufacturer, BYD has grown into one of the world’s leading producers of new energy vehicles, operating in over 100 countries and regions.

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