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How BYD Got EV Chargers to Work Almost as Fast as Gas Pumps
Key takeaway
Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD has developed an ultra-fast EV charger that can charge vehicles nearly as quickly as filling up a gas tank, potentially easing one of the biggest barriers to wider EV adoption.
Quick Explainer
Chinese automaker BYD has developed electric vehicle chargers that can add up to 600 miles of range in just 9 minutes, significantly faster than typical fast chargers. However, this technology is currently only available for BYD's own vehicles in China and Europe.