Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-03-06 03:07Core Insights - BYD launched its second-generation blade battery and flash charging technology, addressing global challenges of slow charging and low-temperature charging, marking the completion of the "first half" of electric vehicle electrification [1] Group 1: Product Launch - The second-generation blade battery allows charging from 10% to 70% in just 5 minutes and from 10% to 97% in 9 minutes under normal conditions, setting a new record for the fastest charging speed in mass production [1] - In extreme cold conditions (minus 30 degrees Celsius), the battery can charge from 20% to 97% in 12 minutes, only 3 minutes longer than at normal temperatures [1] - BYD introduced 10 new models equipped with the second-generation blade battery and flash charging technology, including Song Ultra and 2026 models of various vehicles [1] Group 2: Charging Infrastructure - BYD unveiled a 1500kW flash charging pile, claimed to be the highest power single-gun charging pile in mass production, designed to prevent grid impact and support simultaneous charging for multiple vehicles [3] - The company plans to build 20,000 flash charging stations across China by the end of 2026, including 18,000 urban stations and 2,000 highway stations, aiming for 90% urban coverage within 5 kilometers [3] - The first 1,000 highway flash charging stations are expected to be completed before the May Day holiday this year [3] Group 3: Customer Incentives - All owners of vehicles equipped with the second-generation blade battery will receive one year of free flash charging service at nationwide stations, with post-free period charges aligning with industry standards [5] - BYD will initiate a "Dream Station Construction" plan to build flash charging stations based on customer demand, open to all vehicle owners [5]