BYD and UNIST Announce EV Charging Breakthroughs

Research at the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) has led to breakthroughs in battery safety and capacity with quasi-lithium, potentially allowing electric vehicles to travel up to 1,000 kilometers on a single charge. This research addresses explosion risks by substituting transition metals with elements of lower electronegativity. Meanwhile, BYD has announced a new megawatt charging system utilizing an updated Blade battery design, offering up to 249 miles of range in just five minutes. This technology is set to be deployed in China and aims to revolutionize electric vehicle adoption by significantly reducing charging times. BYD's advancements, alongside UNIST's research, highlight critical steps forward in overcoming consumer hurdles related to charging durations.