Category: Battery & charging
What the cell makers and the charging networks are actually shipping, measured against a car that mostly sees 50 kW at the fast charger.
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What does CPCA’s battery systems report mean for BYD Han owners?
CPCA published an August 2026 report on EV battery, motor and electronic-control systems. Here is what its public page does—and does not—say.
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Can NIO firefly battery swapping help BYD Han owners in Europe?
CPCA reports more than 10,000 NIO firefly battery swaps. The milestone is notable, but it shows no direct benefit for a BYD Han in Europe.
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What does Chery’s solid-state battery plan mean for range?
CPCA reports Chery plans vehicle validation of solid-state batteries in 2027. Here is what that means for future EV range, not today’s cars.
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Does BYD’s China charging network help owners in Portugal?
BYD says its 10,000th flash-charging station marks broad China coverage. Its announcement gives Portugal owners no network-access answer.
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BYD says 9 minutes to 97%. Two things stand in the way in Europe
BYD’s second-generation Blade battery charges 10-97% in nine minutes. Two things must be true before that reaches Portugal, and one of them is a regulation.