BYD Introduces Second-Generation Blade Battery with Fast Cold-Weather Charging

Chinese automaker BYD has launched its second-generation Blade Battery, featuring rapid charging capabilities in cold environments down to -20°C. The battery can charge from 20% to 97% in under 12 minutes and offers a driving range of 777 km, with higher energy density models exceeding 1,000 km. BYD emphasizes safety compliance with national standards and plans to expand its Flash Charging network to 20,000 stations by 2026, including 2,000 highway locations, aiming to address cold-weather charging challenges and boost competitiveness.