Press Release, 18 September 2025
Imagine pulling into a station, plugging in your electric car—and in the time it takes to grab a coffee, you’ve got 400 kilometers of range. No more hour-long wait times. No more range anxiety. BYD’s newly unveiled Super e-Platform promises just that: a future where charging an EV feels as fast and effortless as filling up a gas tank. And for millions of drivers, it may be the breakthrough that finally tips the scale.
Why BYD’s Breakthrough Matters: More Than Just Fast Charging
For years, “range anxiety” and long charging times have been two of the biggest barriers keeping car buyers from going electric. BYD’s Super e-Platform addresses both at once:
- Fast charging transforms user experience: less downtime, more freedom.
- High performance means EVs can compete not just in efficiency, but also in fun and speed.
- Strong infrastructure plans show this isn’t a lab novelty—it’s a real platform built to scale.
Tech Highlights: What’s Under the Hood
BYD pulled out all the stops. Here are the core technical marvels of the Super e-Platform:
| Feature | What Makes It Special |
|---|---|
| 1,000 kW Mega Flash Charging | The platform supports flash-charging with charging power of 1 megawatt (1000 kW), coupled with a 1,000-volt architecture. |
| Peak Charge Speed: 2 km per Second | At best moments, you gain 2 km of driving range every second. That adds up to ~400 km in just five minutes. |
| Flash Charging Battery / 10C Rate | BYD’s redesigned Blade battery features a 10C charging rate and ultra-fast ion channels, cutting internal resistance by ~50%. |
| 30,000 RPM Motor & 580 kW Power | The motor powering this platform hits up to 30,000 rpm, offering up to 580 kW of single-motor power, and pushing the Han L and Tang L models past 300 km/h top speeds. |
| SiC Power Chips & 1,500 V Rating | To handle such intense voltages and currents, BYD developed automotive-grade silicon carbide (SiC) power chips with ratings up to 1,500 volts. |
Real-World Impact: What Drivers & the Industry Will Feel
Here’s how all this tech plays out in everyday life and the bigger EV picture:
- Shorter wait times: 5 minutes to get 400 km means long road trips become practical again. No more camping at charging stations.
- Better performance: High-RPM motors and powerful output mean these cars aren’t just efficient—they can be thrilling.
- Reduced stress: “Charging anxiety” begins to fade when charging is fast, predictable, and widely available.
- Infrastructure promises: BYD isn’t only designing cars—they’re planning support: they intend to build 4,000+ megawatt flash-charging stations in China. Existing fast chargers can be upgraded to support “dual-gun charging” and “intelligent voltage boost” to make them compatible.
Voices from the Launch
“The ultimate solution is to make charging as quick as refueling a gasoline car.”
— Wang Chuanfu, Chairman & President, BYD
These words capture the ambition—this platform is about more than specs. It’s about shifting mindsets.
What to Watch: Challenges & Wildcards
Of course, even great breakthroughs face hurdles. Things to keep an eye on:
- Charging infrastructure scaling: Building thousands of 1 MW stations, ensuring consistent power supply, cooling, and safety is non-trivial.
- Vehicle compatibility: Drivers whose EVs don’t have compatible battery systems or architecture won’t benefit immediately.
- Grid and energy demands: Massive chargers draw huge power; grid upgrades or energy storage may be necessary to avoid stress or blackouts.
- Cost & pricing: High performance often comes with higher cost. Will these models and charging fees be affordable for mainstream users?
