BYD is conducting internal trials of its fast-charging network in Shenzhen, following previous reports about its 1,500 kW charging system and dedicated Flash Charging application.
The site's layout resembles a gas station, featuring liquid-cooled charging guns and a T-shaped gantry structure. CarNewsChina previously published images showing a maximum output of 1,500 kW and a 1,500 A current capacity, built on a 1,000 V electrical architecture.
During the latest test session, access was limited to vehicles with a "Flash Charge" badge on the rear, including upcoming models like the BYD Tang 9, Song Ultra, Seal 07, Denza Z9 GT, and FCB Tai-series. Reports indicate the charger is exclusively for vehicles capable of receiving over 1,000 kW input power, and it automatically disconnects when the battery reaches 97%.
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The BYD fast-charging station undergoing trials is designed like a gas station. *Photo: Internet pioneer*
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Liquid-cooled charging guns and a T-shaped gantry structure.
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Access appears limited to vehicles with a "Flash Charge" badge on the rear.
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T-shaped gantry structure with charging guns at the front.
Screenshots circulated by early users show the Flash Charging application is available on Android. Its interface allows searching for nearby charging stations and supports automatic charging activation. Once activated, charging reportedly begins within about 10 seconds after plugging in, without requiring a QR code scan.
The listed price at the demonstration site is 1,3 yuan/kWh, including 1 yuan for electricity and 0,3 yuan for service fees, equivalent to 0,18 USD/kWh. Reports indicate that buyers of vehicles compatible with fast-charging technology will receive 1,000 kWh of free electricity annually; however, the official policy document has not yet been released.
Chinese media reports confirm Tesla's V4 supercharger stations in China support peak power up to 500 kW for passenger vehicles. Most public DC fast chargers across China typically offer 250-600 kW. The 1,360-1,500 kW hardware will be approximately three times Tesla's 500 kW peak power and more than double the highest end of the common 600 kW range in the public charging market.
BYD aims to establish over 4,000 self-operated fast-charging stations in China, with a broader partnership network potentially exceeding 15,000 locations, including partners like XiaoJu Charging. An official nationwide deployment schedule has not yet been announced.
The current phase remains internal testing. Verified operational metrics, including sustained peak power curves, 5-minute range recovery data, and large-scale deployment timelines, are expected to be announced at a future launch event.
Shenzhen, the city where BYD is testing its fast-charging system, is also notable as the first city in China and globally to operate a 100% green public service fleet, encompassing buses and taxis.
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