BYD's New Megawatt EV Charger Renders Gas Obsolete with Unmatched Speed

Cars constructed using this platform will gain an additional 249 miles of range within mere five minutes, signaling a significant milestone for electric vehicles.

• BYD introduces the Super e-Platform, which will support the development of the planet’s quickest-recharging electric vehicles set for release later this year.
• Thanks to a 1,000-volt electrical system, it supports charging rates of up to 1,000 kilowatts (one megawatt).
• The vehicles constructed using this platform can gain an additional 249 miles of range with just a 5-minute charge.

In China, rather than Europe or North America, the fastest-charging and most cutting-edge electric vehicles are being developed. Now, BYD’s new Super e-Platform reinforces this lead even more. Following the announcement of EVs capable of charging at rates up to 500 kilowatts, BYD claims their latest technology supports charging speeds of up to 1,000 kW, enabling an addition of 2 kilometers (or about 1.2 miles) of range every second.

According to the company's website And according to news reports, the Super e-Platform operates at 1,000 volts, surpassing even the maximum voltage levels found in today’s electric vehicles. These typically reach their peak around 800 volts or 900 volts in Lucid vehicles And it's precisely these vehicles that offer the highest charging capacity as well.

BYD's latest platform can handle up to 1,000 amps of current, enabling an addition of 249 miles (400 kilometers) of range within merely 5 minutes. This process is nearly as swift as refueling a conventional car, thereby addressing one of the major disadvantages of electric vehicles—the lengthy waiting times typically required to achieve significant charging progress.

High-capacity charging stations are necessary to reach peak charging speeds; however, BYD has declared intentions to construct approximately 4,000 such facilities across China. The company did not specify when construction will commence nor provide an estimated timeline for finishing this proposed 1,000 kW infrastructure project.

These advanced high-power EV charging stations cannot be easily set up just anywhere due to their significant power requirements when operating at maximum efficiency. They might necessitate a connection directly to high-voltage lines, restricting installation primarily to areas equipped with strong grid systems.

In China, customers can now place advance orders for the BYD Han L priced at $37,350 and the Tang L at $38,700. These models utilize a cutting-edge platform enabling quicker charging speeds compared to any electric vehicle globally. Additionally, they feature advanced high-output motors capable of spinning beyond 30,000 revolutions per minute, delivering peak performance of up to 777 horsepower—unmatched worldwide from a solitary engine unit. This impressive feat is made possible via state-of-the-art silicon carbide power modules integrated into these vehicles.

Vehicles equipped with a single motor for rear-wheel drive, constructed using the latest platform, will produce 671 horsepower. Meanwhile, those fitted with dual motors will couple this high-performance motor with a more compact 308-horsepower engine powering the front wheels, resulting in an aggregate power output of 1,084 horsepower.

This allows the Han L sedan and Tang L SUV to accelerate from zero to 62 mph (100 km/h) in merely 2.7 and 3.6 seconds, respectively, achieving top speeds of up to 190 mph and 170 mph.

The introduction of the Super e-Platform seems poised to be a pivotal moment for the electric vehicle sector, making the process of charging an EV as straightforward as filling up a gasoline-powered car. BYD must fulfill its commitment to establish a widespread network of one-megawatt charging stations, enabling users to truly enjoy the advantages.

Clearly, BYD aims to establish itself not just as a top seller in the electric vehicle market but also as a technology innovator, tackling one of the primary worries for potential purchasers.

Bloomberg observes that the announcement of the new platform is already positively impacting the company's stock price, which has risen by 6%.

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