BYD launches new generation Blade Battery with rapid charging in cold environments

Group 1 - BYD has launched the second-generation Blade Battery, which features rapid charging capabilities in extremely cold environments, aiming to regain market momentum after a recent sales downturn [1][1][1] - The new Blade Battery can be charged from 20% to 97% in less than 12 minutes at temperatures as low as minus 20 degrees Celsius, providing a driving range of 777 kilometers (483 miles) [1][1][1] - The batteries have higher energy density, allowing for a driving range of over 1,000 kilometers for BYD's luxury Denza Z9GT and Yangwang U7 models, and have passed safety tests exceeding China's national standards [1][1][1] Group 2 - BYD plans to expand its "Flash Charging" network to 20,000 stations by the end of 2026, including 2,000 stations on highways, having already built over 4,000 stations as of March 5 [1][1][1]