Cars constructed using this platform will gain an additional 249 miles of range within merely five minutes, which could signify a significant breakthrough for electric vehicles.
- BYD introduces the Super e-Platform, which will support the development of the planet’s quickest-recharging electric vehicles set for release later this year.
- Thanks to a 1,000-volt electrical system, it supports charging rates of up to 1,000 kilowatts (one megawatt).
- EVs constructed using this platform will gain an additional 249 miles of range within just 5 minutes.
In China, rather than Europe or North America, we see the fastest-charging and most sophisticated electric vehicles emerging. Now, BYD’s latest Super e-Platform reinforces this lead even more. Following their announcement of EVs capable of charging at rates of up to 500 kilowatts, BYD claims their newest technology supports an impressive maximum charging capacity of 1,000 kW, enabling the vehicle to add about 2 kilometers (or roughly 1.2 miles) of range every single second.
According to
the company’s website
And according to news reports, the Super e-Platform operates at 1,000 volts, surpassing even the maximum voltage levels found in today’s electric vehicles. These typically reach their peak at around
800 volts
or 900 volts in
Lucid vehicles
, and it’s these vehicles that also offer the highest charging capacity.
BYD – 1000 kW ultra-rapid charging
BYD’s latest platform supports up to 1,000 amps of current, which allows adding approximately 249 miles (400 kilometers) of range within merely five minutes. This process is nearly as fast as refueling a conventional car, thereby addressing one of the major issues with electric vehicles—the significant waiting time required to achieve substantial charging progress. Typically, this involves spending many minutes plugging in to gain usable mileage.
High-capacity charging stations are necessary to reach peak charging speeds; however, BYD has declared intentions to construct approximately 4,000 such facilities across China. The company did not specify when construction will commence nor provide an estimated timeline for completing their targeted 1,000 kW infrastructure project.
These advanced high-power EV chargers cannot be easily set up just anywhere due to their significant power requirements when operating at maximum efficiency. They might necessitate connections directly to high-voltage lines, confining them primarily to sites equipped with strong grid systems.
BYD – Platform at 1,000 volts
In China, customers can now reserve the BYD Han L for $37,350 and the Tang L for $38,700. These models utilize a cutting-edge platform enabling quicker charging speeds compared to any electric vehicle globally. Additionally, they feature advanced high-output motors capable of spinning beyond 30,000 revolutions per minute, delivering up to 777 horsepower—currently unmatched worldwide from a singular engine. This performance is integrated via a next-generation suite of silicon carbide power modules.
Vehicles equipped with a single motor for rear-wheel drive, constructed using the new platform, will produce 671 horsepower. Meanwhile, those fitted with dual motors will couple this high-performance engine with a less powerful 308-horsepower unit at the front wheels, resulting in an overall power output of 1,084 horsepower.
This allows the Han L sedan and Tang L SUV to accelerate from zero to 62 mph (100 km/h) in merely 2.7 and 3.6 seconds, respectively, achieving maximum speeds of up to 190 mph and 170 mph.
The introduction of the Super e-Platform seems poised to be a pivotal moment for the electric vehicle sector, making the process of charging an EV as straightforward as filling up a gasoline-powered car.
BYD
must fulfill its commitment to establish a widespread network of one-megawatt charging stations so that users can truly enjoy the advantages.
Clearly, BYD aims to establish itself not just as a top seller in the electric vehicle market but also as a technology innovator, tackling one of the primary worries for potential purchasers.
Bloomberg
observes that the introduction of the new platform is already positively impacting the company’s stock price, causing an increase of 6%.
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