BYD to Invest Billions in Building 20,000 Flash Charging Stations

[Infrastructure] BYD has unveiled its second-generation Blade Battery and 1.5 MW flash charging technology, planning to build 20,000 proprietary flash charging stations within the year.

Core Development: 97% Charge in 9 Minutes, Only 3 Minutes Longer in Extreme Cold

Charge from 10% to 70% in 5 minutes, and reach 97% in 9 minutes. Even at minus 30°C, it takes just 12 minutes to charge from 20% to 97%, significantly alleviating 'charging anxiety' and the longstanding issue of 'EVs not crossing Shanhaiguan Pass.'

Strategic Foundation: Trading Infrastructure for Growth to Conclude the First Half of Electrification

Facing narrowing price wars and challenges in converting ICE vehicle users, BYD plans to invest tens of billions of yuan to build a nationwide flash charging network, aiming to complete 20,000 stations by the end of 2026 and deliver a refueling-like charging experience.

Key Metrics: 4.6 Million Annual Sales Backing the Technology Bet

In 2025, BYD’s global new energy vehicle sales are projected to reach 4.6 million units, including approximately 3.55 million units in China and 1.05 million units overseas (a 2.5x year-over-year increase), providing a solid market foundation for large-scale infrastructure investment.