BYD launched the second generation of Blade batterywhich is more efficient and has a shorter recharge time. According to the brand, BYD set a world record by making the battery go from 10% to 97% in 9 minutes.
For now, the Flash loading is only available in China. But there is a forecast of large-scale global expansion for the year 2026.
“After six years of research and development, the Blade battery second generation offers a complete charging experience in the same time as refueling a combustion vehicle”, highlights the company. An example of this is the new Denza Z9 GT, which has a range of 1,036 km and is the electric car with the longest range in the world.
Among the technologies present in the second generation of the Blade battery, the company developed the high-speed lithium-ion channel and an intelligent battery system. thermal management.
- 10% – 70% in 5 minutes;
- 10% – 97% in 9 minutes;
- 10% – 97% in 12 minutes.
Flash loading is an ally
To make speed records possible, BYD created the Flash chargerwith a power of 1,500 kW per connector.
Combined with a high-capacity energy storage system, the infrastructure overcomes limitations of the electrical grid without overloading the local system. It is one of the most responsible in the sector.