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BYD has revealed its new "Blade" battery capable of charging its electric vehicles in rapid time, according to reports.
It is the second generation of the signature Blade battery, which is found on all of BYD’s electrified vehicles.
Targeted charge times range from 10-70 per cent in five minutes, with a charge from 10-97 per cent taking just nine minutes.
BYD Launches Ultra Fast Charging Blade Battery 2.0 and 1.5MW Flash Charging Station
BYD has officially unveiled its second-generation Blade Battery and a new flash charging system at a BYD tech event held on 5 March 2026. The next generation battery technology will now charge the next generation of BYD EVs as quickly as a quick stop at a petrol station
The new Blade Battery builds on BYD's existing lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry. It delivers 5% higher energy density than the first generation, a longer lifespan and stricter safety standards.
The Denza Z9GT, fitted with the new battery, achieves a claimed range of 1,036 km (CLTC) on a single charge.
Charging speed is the headline feature. The second-generation Blade Battery charges from 10% to 70% in 5 minutes and from 10% to 97% in 9 minutes. On standard charging piles, it charges 30-50% faster than conventional EV batteries.
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