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BYD Atto 8 leads ultra-fast charging expansion
BYD will install 100 flash charging stations across Europe by the end of 2026 before expanding the network to 3000 chargers by the end of 2027. The rollout will support new BYD electric vehicles capable of using the company's 1500kW charging system, including the Atto 8 due in Europe during 2027.
BYD confirmed its European charging plans at the Paris Auto Show, outlining a rapid expansion of its flash charging infrastructure over the next 18 months.
The company says its flash chargers can deliver up to 1500kW through a single charging gun.
Vehicles equipped with BYD's second-generation Blade battery are claimed to charge from 10 to 70 per cent in five minutes, while a 10 to 97 per cent charge takes nine minutes.
BYD Sealion 8 goes EV in Paris with 650km of range
BYD is bringing an electric version of the Sealion 8 family SUV to Europe, debuting its new flagship at the Paris motor show ahead of a 2027 launch.
UPDATED 14/10/2026: BYD Australia has issued a statement regarding local prospects for a Sealion 8 EV. See bottom of article for details.
The BYD Atto 8 electric SUV has debuted at the Paris motor show, and will serve as the new flagship for the Chinese brand in Europe when it launches there early next year.
Look familiar? That's because the Atto 8 is an EV version of the Sealion 8 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) large SUV already sold in Australia.
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