BYD’s Super e-Platform: A Charging Revolution for EVs
Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has announced its innovative new platform, the Super e-Platform, which claims to charge EVs in a mere five minutes, rivaling the refueling speed of internal combustion engine vehicles.
The Super e-Platform features redesigned blade batteries for ultrafast charging. (REUTERS)
This new platform incorporates redesigned blade battery packs, boasting a charging multiplier of up to 10C – a world first for mass-produced power batteries. The platform also supports charging power up to 1,000 kW. BYD, a prominent player in the EV market, already markets electric vehicles like the Atto 3, Seal, Sealion 7, and eMax 7 in India.
The Super e-Platform is built on a foundation of advanced blade batteries designed for ultra-fast charging, high-performance electric motors, and a new generation of silicon carbide power chips, showcasing BYD’s commitment to technological progress.
The Han L EV and Tang L EV are the first models to utilize this new platform and are currently available for pre-sale in China, with a launch scheduled for early next month. During testing with the new Han L electric sedan, BYD has reported that the new battery pack and charging system achieved a range of approximately 400 kilometers in just five minutes.
Potential Market Impact
The Super e-Platform could prove to be a game-changer in the global EV market. Not only does it aim to alleviate the charging concerns of EV owners by drastically reducing charging times, but it could also fortify BYD’s position, offering a strong challenge to competitors such as Tesla.
Recent reports from Bloomberg indicate that BYD plans to integrate this platform into a wide array of future electric vehicles. This strategic move could further propel BYD’s growth, especially considering its rise to challenge Tesla as the world’s leading EV seller. Tesla experienced a significant downturn in its China shipments in February 2025, experiencing a 49% drop compared to the same period last year to just 30,688 vehicles, its lowest monthly figure since July 2022.
In addition to advancements in charging technology, BYD has also committed to establishing more than 4,000 charging stations across China to support these upgraded EVs. While the company has not specified a completion timeline, the charging speed of BYD’s new platform significantly surpasses Tesla’s Superchargers, which can add up to 275 kilometers of range in 15 minutes.
However, Tesla maintains a broader charging network with over 65,000 Superchargers worldwide. It is worth noting that Mercedes-Benz Group AG’s new entry-level CLA electric sedan, unveiled recently, claims to be able to add 325 kilometers of range in 10 minutes of charging.
