BYD Launches Ultra-Fast EV Charging System, Outpacing Rivals

The Chinese automaker's 'Super e-Platform' delivers 470 kilometers of range in five minutes, bolstering its market position with plans for 4,000 new charging stations.

• BYD's new 'Super e-Platform' achieves a peak charging power of 1,000 kW, surpassing Tesla's 500 kW Supercharger technology.
• The system can add 470 kilometers of range in just five minutes, addressing consumer concerns over charging speed and range anxiety.
• Two new BYD models, the Han L sedan and Tang L SUV, will debut the technology next month.
• BYD plans to build over 4,000 ultra-fast charging stations in China, supporting its infrastructure expansion goals.
• February 2025 sales data shows BYD's EV sales surged 161% year-over-year, while Tesla's sales in China fell by 49%.

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