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BYD bets on overseas growth and rapid charging to replace US sales
business1 month ago

BYD bets on overseas growth and rapid charging to replace US sales

BYD says it can thrive without the US market, shifting focus to Europe, the UK and other regions where demand is rising, supported by its flash-charging technology that can add hundreds of kilometres in minutes—and by expanding overseas supply. The company, which recently overtook Tesla as the world's largest EV seller, notes domestic competition is fierce and margins are under pressure, while US tariffs and regulatory scrutiny remain a hurdle.

Denza Z9 GT Rewrites Fast-Charge Rules, but Europe Price Sparks Skepticism
technology1 month ago

Denza Z9 GT Rewrites Fast-Charge Rules, but Europe Price Sparks Skepticism

WIRED tests BYD’s Denza Z9 GT, the world’s fastest-charging EV, which can go from 10% to 100% in about nine minutes thanks to Flash charging and Blade Battery 2.0; the car delivers blistering performance (0–62 mph in 2.7s, 1,140 bhp) and premium features, but Europe’s €115,000 price—with much cheaper regional pricing elsewhere—casts doubt on its value and whether BYD can win over premium buyers, even as the company expands a global high-power charging network.

BYD's Denza Z9 GT to Europe with 1.5MW flash charging and a 644-mile range
vehicle-tech2 months ago

BYD's Denza Z9 GT to Europe with 1.5MW flash charging and a 644-mile range

BYD’s premium Denza Z9 GT is headed to Europe this April, touting a 122 kWh Blade Battery and a reported range up to about 644 miles. It uses 1,500 kW “megawatt” flash charging that can hit 10-70% in five minutes (and 10-97% in nine minutes), even in cold weather with a small added time. The brand plans a Europe-wide network of 1.5 MW chargers—potentially 2,000 stations by 2026—to support the fast charging claims and outpace rivals in charging infrastructure.