BYD Megawatt Flash Charge: Charging for 1 second increases the range by 2 km, Tesla hurry up!

This video is a summary of the BYD Super E platform technology conference, which was held on March 17th, 2025.

Key points from the conference:

  • BYD launched its new megawatt flash charging technology.

  • This new technology has a maximum charging power of 1 megawatt, allowing for a 407 km range with only a five-minute charge.

  • BYD plans to build over 4,000 megawatt flash charging stations across the country to support the adoption of this new technology.

  • The video notes that this advancement by BYD will increase competition for other electric vehicle manufacturers like Tesla, forcing them to accelerate their research into high-voltage fast charging.

The video also touches upon China’s push for full electrification to reduce its reliance on oil and natural gas, as well as the country’s leadership in nuclear power.