BYD Offers 18 Months Free 5-Minute Charging for Song Ultra
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- BYD is offering 18 months of free 5-minute ultra-fast charging to buyers of its new Song Ultra EV in China, starting immediately.
- BYD's Flash Charging stations deliver up to 1,500 kW, enabling vehicles with Blade Battery 2.0 to charge from 10% to 70% in 5 minutes.
- BYD's charging stations are designed like gas stations for rapid vehicle turnover, with a video demonstration showing real-time operation.
- Song Ultra EV buyers in 22 Chinese cities now have access to the first batch of vehicles equipped with Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging tech.
Why it matters: This offer makes EV ownership immediately cheaper during a period of high gas prices, giving BYD a competitive edge by eliminating the most cited barrier to adoption—charging time—while directly contrasting with gas refueling norms. The 5-minute benchmark matches gasoline convenience, shifting the value proposition for mass-market buyers.
