CATL one-ups BYD with its new LFP EV battery capable of a full recharge in just 6 minutes

Electrek
2026.04.21 14:31
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CATL has launched its new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, the Shenxing, which can be fully recharged in just over 6 minutes, outperforming BYD’s Blade Battery 2.0. This third-generation battery can charge from 10% to 98% in 6 minutes and 27 seconds, with a rapid charge from 10% to 35% in just 1 minute. This innovation marks a significant advancement in EV battery technology, enabling charging times comparable to refueling a gas vehicle.