BYD rolls out EV batteries with 5-minute 'flash charging.' But there's a catch
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- BYD unveiled a new battery pack, the Blade Battery 2.0, capable of charging from 10% to 70% in five minutes.
- The battery can charge from 20% to 97% in under 12 minutes even in cold weather (–20°C).
- Ultra-fast charging is only possible with BYD's new Flash Charging EV chargers, delivering 1.5 megawatts.
- BYD aims to boost sales and gain an edge in China's competitive EV market with this technology.
- The Blade Battery 2.0 uses lithium iron phosphate (LFP), which is cheaper but less energy-dense than other chemistries.
- BYD plans to deploy 16,000 more Flash Charging stations in China by year-end, totaling 4,200 currently.
- The Yangwang U7 sedan, featuring this battery, claims a range of over 1,000 km (621 miles) on the CLTC cycle.
- Real-world range is estimated at just over 400 miles per charge, less than some competitors like Lucid Air.
- BYD's Flash Charging system includes overhead cables for easier plug-in and grid-scale batteries to support power demand.