Long changing times and limited driving range hinder the consumer adoption of electric vehicles (EV). But China’s largest EV maker BYD is poised to change the game with a pioneering technological advancement.
BYD recently spotlighted a significant advancement in electric vehicle technology according to a recent report by CNEV Post: the Super e-Platform. It leverages the latest generation of lithium-iron-phosphate Blade batteries, which inherently increase thermal stability, reduce the risk of fires, and boast a longer lifespan.
This new battery technology is engineered to support remarkable charging speeds up to 1,000kW. The company claims that drivers can now gain 470 kilometers (292 miles) of range with just a five-minute charge, effectively matching the speed of a traditional refueling stop, thanks to a new network of ultra-fast chargers.
Real-world EV charging speeds are limited by the power of available chargers and their prevalence. That is why BYD is set to build more than 4,000 supercharging stations across China to serve future demands. These stations shall incorporate on-site energy storage, enabling peak charging speeds regardless of local power infrastructure constraints.
The company also shared that the updated Han L saloon and Tang L SUV will debut the new technology, with deliveries scheduled in China later this year.
Currently, the Philippines’ fastest publicly accessible DC fast chargers reach 180kW, as seen at Shell Recharge stations along the SLEX Mamplasan and TPLEX Rosario, La Union highways. Within urban centers, ACMobility’s charging hubs provide 120kW DC fast charging, utilizing the CCS2 standard. This significant difference highlights the potential for BYD’s technology to substantially reduce charging times and enhance EV usability within the Philippine market, pending its implementation.
When will we see this in the Philippines? Let’s stay tuned for updates.
