Nan Fang Du Shi Bao·2025-05-16 12:09Group 1 - The continuous breakthroughs in charging and swapping technology have significantly contributed to the rise of new energy vehicles as a market majority [1] - Current electric vehicle (EV) battery charging rates have reached up to 5C, reducing charging times to levels comparable to traditional fuel vehicles, alleviating "range anxiety" [1] - Major companies like BYD, Huawei, and Zeekr have launched charging solutions exceeding 1,000 kW, enhancing the charging infrastructure [1] Group 2 - At the 2025 Shanghai International Auto Show, Zeekr Technology Group unveiled the V4 extreme charging megawatt station, achieving a peak power of 1,300 kW and a peak current of 1,300 A [2] - Zeekr Energy has received two industry awards for technological innovation and operational excellence in the charging and swapping sector, reflecting its advancements in megawatt-level technology [2] - By April 2025, Zeekr Energy had established 1,578 charging stations and 7,993 charging piles across 185 cities, with plans to reach 2,000 stations and over 6,000 charging piles by the end of the year [2] Group 3 - The breakthrough in megawatt-level ultra-fast charging technology is seen as a significant benchmark, although it will coexist with various charging methods for the foreseeable future [3] - The pursuit of faster charging rates remains a priority for automakers, positioning megawatt-level ultra-fast charging as a key competitive point in the energy replenishment sector [3]